Geka Geladze resigns as Head of Georgian State Security Service

Georgian State Security Service Head Geka Geladze announced on Monday that he had decided to resign from his position, saying that following consultations with the political team, he would continue his work at another agency.

In a social media message, Geladze described his tenure as Head of the Georgian State Security Service as a great responsibility and an opportunity to serve the country. He noted that during this period, together with the agency’s employees, they had focused on effectively addressing challenges facing the state, strengthening Georgia’s security and protecting national interests.

“I have decided to resign as Head of the State Security Service of Georgia. Following consultations with the political team, I will continue my work at another agency, where I will once again serve the interests of our country and society with full responsibility”, he said.

He thanked the Service’s employees for their professionalism, dedication and important daily work to ensure the country’s security.

“I would like to thank the political team, especially the party’s Honorary Chair Bidzina Ivanishvili and Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze, for the trust they placed in me”, Geladze noted.

He added that he was confident the State Security Service would continue to fulfil its important responsibilities with dignity and safeguard the country’s security in the future.