U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken reaffirmed the country’s unwavering support for the Georgian people, their sovereignty, and their aspirations for the Euro-Atlantic in a statement with force. The statement called for accountability and immediate reforms against the ruling Georgian Dream party and criticized its alleged use of violence against protesters, opposition figures, and journalists.
The United States has collaborated with Georgia for more than 30 years to promote advancements in agriculture, defense, and education. Secretary Blinken reiterated America’s unwavering support for Georgia’s territorial integrity by highlighting the shared values of democracy and freedom that underlie this partnership.
According to reports of serious injuries sustained by law enforcement on protesters exercising their right to peaceful assembly and free expression, “the United States strongly condemns the Georgian Dream party’s brutal and unjustified violence,” Blinken said. He pleaded with Georgian authorities to release those held during recent protests and demanded accountability for the force’s use.
The statement warned of the potential consequences for those who undermine democratic processes and emphasized the United States ‘solidarity with the Georgian people. The United States is reviewing its bilateral cooperation with Georgia and developing additional sanctions in response to ongoing concerns, according to Blinken, who added that those who stifle the Georgian citizens ‘right to peaceful assembly and expression will be held accountable.
This unwavering pledge of support for Georgia’s democratic aspirations confirms the United States ‘standing as a leading advocate for human rights and democratic governance in the region as tensions rise.
The Secretary of State capped off the statement by praising the ironclad nature of the United States ‘commitment to Georgia and urging the government to follow its aspirations and uphold democratic principles.
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