PM: Specific forces used Ukraine as cannon fodder; attempting same against Georgia; we managed to prevent this scenario

“Specific forces used Ukraine as cannon fodder. There was also an attempt against Georgia, but thanks to our unwavering stance and relentless resistance, we managed to prevent this negative scenario from unfolding in our country,” Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze told journalists in the Vatican.

According to the Prime Minister, the struggle must continue to safeguard peace in Georgia and to ensure the country’s ongoing development.

“The attitude we observe towards Ukraine and its people is deeply concerning. We saw that particular forces exploited Ukraine as cannon fodder. There was also an attempt to target Georgia. Yet, it was precisely because of our resolute attitude and steadfast resistance that we succeeded in averting this dire scenario for our country.

It was a very challenging experience, one that demanded immense effort. You could see the huge pressure placed upon us, the injustices we faced simply because we were fighting to maintain peace within our borders. What we managed to achieve, unfortunately, our neighbouring country, Ukraine, was unable to do, which is a tragic reality.

The humanitarian consequences, human sacrifices, and the economic and infrastructural damage of this war are evident. The country was pushed to the brink of ruin; a revolution was organised, and yet no one has taken responsibility for the events that followed. This is a tragic chapter. Nonetheless, we succeeded in preventing this scenario from becoming a reality in Georgia, a victory that required tremendous effort. But even today, we cannot afford to relax. We must continue fighting to preserve peace and to promote the ongoing development of our country,” the Prime Minister stated.