Georgian President offers condolences after Crans-Montana tragedy

Georgian President Mikheil Kavelashvili on Friday expressed deep sorrow over the tragic incident at the Crans-Montana ski resort in Switzerland.

“I am deeply saddened by the horrific tragedy at the Crans-Montana ski resort, which has claimed so many innocent lives. In these hours of grief, the people of Georgia stand in solidarity with the Swiss people as they mourn this profound loss. We wish a full and speedy recovery to the injured. Georgia stands with you in this difficult hour”, the President said in a social media message.

I am deeply saddened by the horrific tragedy at the #CransMontana ski resort, which has claimed so many innocent lives.

In these hours of grief, the people of Georgia stand in solidarity with the Swiss people as they mourn this profound loss. We wish a full and speedy recovery…

— Mikheil Kavelashvili (@GeoPresident_) January 2, 2026