Georgian Parliament Speaker Shalva Papuashvili asserted that while Ukraine may have the moral advantage to discuss matters with many countries of the European Union and the West from a moral pedestal, he believes the Ukrainian government does not have the right to talk to Georgia from a moral pedestal, considering Georgia’s history of facing three wars with Russia.

“Over time and for various reasons, due to our attitude towards the Ukrainian people, we refrain from engaging in unnecessary comments when the Ukrainian authorities have chosen to attack the Georgian people as part of their policy over the years.

This attack on Georgia has been evident through certain actions, such as the appointment of Mikheil Saakashvili as an adviser to the Ukrainian president. In addition, Adeishvili, whom we consider a criminal, is among the main leaders of the Ukrainian General Prosecutor’s Office. Furthermore, the involvement of Ukrainian counter-intelligence officials and high-ranking intelligence personnel in facilitating Mikheil Saakashvili’s entry into Georgia is a clear manifestation of this ongoing attack,” the Speaker said.

Papuashvili revealed that they now know the individuals responsible for organizing these actions, with Gia Lortkipanidze being the deputy head of one of the main counterintelligence departments of Ukraine.

“Instead of cooperating with the Georgian authorities to ensure justice for the Georgian people, they have chosen to protect, promote, and integrate these criminals into their government structure,” the Speaker said.

Papuashvili emphasized that despite these issues, Georgia maintains respect for Ukraine’s state and people. He stated that the actions of a particular part of the Ukrainian government do not alter Georgia’s overall attitude towards the Ukrainian people and the state.

“I hope that over time, as the war concludes, the Ukrainian people will reevaluate the situation and recognize Georgia’s sincere support for them,” Papuashvilio added.