Prime Minister Commemorates Heroes of August War

Prime Minster of Georgia, Giorgi Kvirikashvili, alongside members of the government, laid a wreath at the Mukhatgverdi Military Cemetery Memorial of Heroes to pay tribute to the memory of those who fell during the August War of 2008.

"Today marks eight years since the most tragic event in the recent history of Georgia. Though the war lasted just several days, it was a serious shock for our country,” the PM said. “I bow my head to the memory of soldiers who fell in the violent, unequal fight for their homeland. After this war, and as a result of Russian occupation, our citizens became IDPs in their own country. Due to this war, we became even more distant from Abhkazians and South Ossetians."

According to the Prime Minister, there is no alternative to the peaceful unification of the country and Georgia must continue a coherent policy in this direction.

"The reconciliation process being gradually implemented by the State carries particular importance. We have to make our country more attractive and interesting for all. We have to unite our country with the involvement of the international community. Peace has no alternative and the State will spare no effort to ensure that future bloodshed is avoided,” the PM concluded, with a final note of condolence.