US Embassy reaffirms support for Georgia’s sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity on 18th anniversary of Russo-Georgian war

The United States Embassy in Georgia on Friday reaffirmed its deep concern over Russia’s ongoing occupation of Georgian territory, condemning the killings, kidnappings, and other human rights abuses committed in the occupied regions.

In a social media message commemorating the 18th anniversary of the 2008 Russo-Georgian War, the Embassy expressed its solidarity with the Georgian people and reiterated the United States’ unwavering commitment to Georgia’s sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity.

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“Today marks the eighteenth anniversary of Russia’s military aggression against Georgia. The United States remains deeply concerned over Russia’s continuing occupation of Georgian territory and condemns the killings, kidnappings, and other abuses that have occurred under Russia’s ongoing occupation”, the statement said.

“We express our solidarity with the people of Georgia and reaffirm our commitment to Georgia’s sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity and underline the need for the peaceful resolution of the conflict”, the message noted.