Georgian Government watches Middle East conflict with “deep concern”, highlights risk to all countries

The Georgian government on Monday said it was monitoring the ongoing hostilities in the Middle East with deep concern, as they threaten the security and prosperity of every country in the region without exception.

In an official statement, the government expressed its condolences to the Iranian people and the Islamic Republic of Iran, where the ongoing military actions have claimed the lives of many, including the Supreme Leader, other political leaders, numerous innocent individuals, and dozens of children.

“We express our condolences to our friend, the Jewish people, and Israel for the loss of civilian lives resulting from the hostilities. The Government of Georgia expresses full solidarity with the Arab Gulf states, with whom Georgia maintains a distinguished partnership”, the statement said.

“We express our hope that peace will be restored in the Middle East in the near future, for which military actions must be replaced by diplomacy and political dialogue. The Government of Georgia will take all necessary measures to ensure the safety and protect the interests of our citizens currently in the region” the Georgian government noted.