The European Commission press centre reports a deal on monitoring gas transit via Ukraine has been reached.RIA Novosti reports regarding this.
The move is aimed at fast restoration of gas supplies to the EU member states, the Commission press centre said.
Ukrainian energy company Naftogaz Chief Oleh Dubyna said at gas talks in Brussels yesterday that Ukraine was ready to allow EU experts into its territory for them to control Russian gas transit, including when the gas enters Ukraine and when it leaves the country.
Ukraine has not allowed independent observers to its gas measuring stations since January 1.
The European Commission held talks with Russia and Ukraine on the gas issue on Thursday and Friday.
Previous talks between Russia and Ukraine ended on New Year's Eve with no agreement on how to settle Kiev's gas debts or on a contract for 2009 deliveries.
European Union experts are to arrive in Ukraine on Friday to monitor Russian gas transit to Europe. The deal was reached between the European Commission and the Ukrainian government yesterday on Thursday.
GEL Equals 1.6680 against USD
USD 1 equaled GEL GEL1.6680 after trading at the Tbilisi inter-bank currency exchange today, January 9.
As the National Bank of Georgia reported GeorgiaNews, the National Bank of Georgia as seller and seven commercial banks as purchasers took part in the trading session of the Tbilisi Interbank Currency Exchange (TICEX), where seven new stock deals were concluded. The total trade turnover amounted to USD 12 300 000.
The opening exchange rate was 1 USD – 1.6680USD.
The initial demand of commercial banks on the currency was USD 12 300 00; while –no supply.
The official exchange rate from January 10 is 1 USD - GEL1.6680.
As the National Bank of Georgia reported GeorgiaNews, the National Bank of Georgia as seller and seven commercial banks as purchasers took part in the trading session of the Tbilisi Interbank Currency Exchange (TICEX), where seven new stock deals were concluded. The total trade turnover amounted to USD 12 300 000.
The opening exchange rate was 1 USD – 1.6680USD.
The initial demand of commercial banks on the currency was USD 12 300 00; while –no supply.
The official exchange rate from January 10 is 1 USD - GEL1.6680.
Dmitry Medvedev – We Prepared For War Against Georgia
We were getting ready for war against Georgia, - Russian president Dmitry Medvedev made such announcement yesterday in interview to three federal channels.
‘We were getting ready for this war. The result of this preparation was minimal losses in Russian army. Russian army destroyed Georgian military infrastructure. We avoided such actins of inhuman character’, - Medvedev stated.
One of the main themes of Dmitry Medvedev’s interview was confrontation between Russia and Georgia and events developed in Caucasus. Dmitry Medvedev admitted start of war against Georgia several times.
He says that start of war activities was decided personally by him.
Dmitry Medvedev alleges that he took decision to start war against Georgia due to his personal attitude towards Georgian government.
‘We were getting ready for this war. The result of this preparation was minimal losses in Russian army. Russian army destroyed Georgian military infrastructure. We avoided such actins of inhuman character’, - Medvedev stated.
One of the main themes of Dmitry Medvedev’s interview was confrontation between Russia and Georgia and events developed in Caucasus. Dmitry Medvedev admitted start of war against Georgia several times.
He says that start of war activities was decided personally by him.
Dmitry Medvedev alleges that he took decision to start war against Georgia due to his personal attitude towards Georgian government.
Information about Phone Conversation between Mikheil Saakashvili and Barack Obama is also Spread by Georgian President’s Administration
Information about phone conversation between Mikheil Saakashvili and Barack Obama is also spread by Georgian president’s administration.
As InterpressNews was reported by president’s administration press service, Mikheil Saakashvili congratulated president-elect Barack Obama in winning the elections.
The conversation was friendly and it was about future relations between USA and Georgia. Barack Obama stated that he supports Georgian territorial integrity and he stressed importance of continuation of current reforms.
Barack Obama promised support of US in this issue to Georgian president.
Obama expressed hope that meeting between leaders of the two states would become possible in near future.
Georgian president also spoke with future Vice-president Joe Biden by phone. They discussed Georgian situation in detail, results of Russian occupation, they spoke about minimization of damage perpetrated upon Georgia by Russia and ways of solving conflict and role of US administration in this case.
Obama’s administration spread information about the phone conversation.
As InterpressNews was reported by president’s administration press service, Mikheil Saakashvili congratulated president-elect Barack Obama in winning the elections.
The conversation was friendly and it was about future relations between USA and Georgia. Barack Obama stated that he supports Georgian territorial integrity and he stressed importance of continuation of current reforms.
Barack Obama promised support of US in this issue to Georgian president.
Obama expressed hope that meeting between leaders of the two states would become possible in near future.
Georgian president also spoke with future Vice-president Joe Biden by phone. They discussed Georgian situation in detail, results of Russian occupation, they spoke about minimization of damage perpetrated upon Georgia by Russia and ways of solving conflict and role of US administration in this case.
Obama’s administration spread information about the phone conversation.
Sergey Lavrov – Geneva Negotiation must be Concentrated on Security issues in Caucasus
Negotiation planned to be held on November 18 must be concentrated on security issues in Caucasus region. ‘Ria Novosti’ informs that Russian federation foreign minister Sergey Lavrov stated about it.
Lavrov called for EU states to take bilateral actions to regulate conflict.
‘Our position is clear: if we want to review ways of security provision, to review issues that will solve conditions of returning refugees, we must stop speaking about determining status and cancel all procedural issues’, - Lavrov stated in interview delivered to radio ‘Ekho Moskvi’.
Russian minister says that if all these are proved, we can consider that working groups created by agreement of Medvedev-Sarkozy will start to work in peace. The group was created to provide security and conditions to return the refugees.
Russian delegation will be headed by foreign minister deputy assistant Grigori Karasin on Geneva negotiations. Karasin stated that Russian delegation has practical, constructive proposal for Geneva negotiations.
He considers that all participants of the discussion, representatives of South Ossetia and Abkhazia as well, will feel comfortably in Geneva.
Lavrov called for EU states to take bilateral actions to regulate conflict.
‘Our position is clear: if we want to review ways of security provision, to review issues that will solve conditions of returning refugees, we must stop speaking about determining status and cancel all procedural issues’, - Lavrov stated in interview delivered to radio ‘Ekho Moskvi’.
Russian minister says that if all these are proved, we can consider that working groups created by agreement of Medvedev-Sarkozy will start to work in peace. The group was created to provide security and conditions to return the refugees.
Russian delegation will be headed by foreign minister deputy assistant Grigori Karasin on Geneva negotiations. Karasin stated that Russian delegation has practical, constructive proposal for Geneva negotiations.
He considers that all participants of the discussion, representatives of South Ossetia and Abkhazia as well, will feel comfortably in Geneva.
Georgia Stands ready to Continue Constructive Engagement in Geneva talks
MIA of Georgia released the statement regarding the participation in the next round of Geneva talks planned today on November 18, 2008.
‘Recently Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation has been falsely accusing Georgian side for abandoning Geneva discussions on October 15 and not planning to take part in the next round of negotiations on November 18, 2008. Such claims are absolutely groundless and represent yet another example of Soviet type propaganda aimed at misleading international community.
Georgia believes that the moderators have done an outstanding job in organizing the first round of the Geneva discussions. Existing format of the talks creates all the preconditions for successful conduct of the second and future rounds. Georgia stands ready to continue constructive engagement in the Geneva talks, as we have done on October 15.
It is not Georgia, but the Russian Federation, and its proxy regimes of Abkhazia and Tskhinvali Region, who are responsible for the suspension of the first round of Geneva talks. As is well known, Russian side boycotted the plenary session, which was attended by the representatives of the UN, EU, OSCE, as the moderators, and Georgia and United States of America, as participants. This was the format agreed among all parties. Moreover, Russian side and the proxy regimes of Abkhazia and Tskhinvali Region also boycotted the meetings of the working groups, where, as agreed in advance, the participants were to take part on an informal level to discuss the issues related to the security and stability in Abkhazia, Georgia, and Tskhinvali Region/South Ossetia, Georgia, as well as the safe and dignified return of the IDPs to their places of residence.
‘Recently Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation has been falsely accusing Georgian side for abandoning Geneva discussions on October 15 and not planning to take part in the next round of negotiations on November 18, 2008. Such claims are absolutely groundless and represent yet another example of Soviet type propaganda aimed at misleading international community.
Georgia believes that the moderators have done an outstanding job in organizing the first round of the Geneva discussions. Existing format of the talks creates all the preconditions for successful conduct of the second and future rounds. Georgia stands ready to continue constructive engagement in the Geneva talks, as we have done on October 15.
It is not Georgia, but the Russian Federation, and its proxy regimes of Abkhazia and Tskhinvali Region, who are responsible for the suspension of the first round of Geneva talks. As is well known, Russian side boycotted the plenary session, which was attended by the representatives of the UN, EU, OSCE, as the moderators, and Georgia and United States of America, as participants. This was the format agreed among all parties. Moreover, Russian side and the proxy regimes of Abkhazia and Tskhinvali Region also boycotted the meetings of the working groups, where, as agreed in advance, the participants were to take part on an informal level to discuss the issues related to the security and stability in Abkhazia, Georgia, and Tskhinvali Region/South Ossetia, Georgia, as well as the safe and dignified return of the IDPs to their places of residence.
EUMM Condemns killing Yesterday of a Georgian Policeman in Vacinity of Administrative Boundary line of Abkhazia near Pakhulani
The EUMM condemns in the strongest terms the killing yesterday of a Georgian policeman in the vacinity of the administrative boundary line of Abkhazia near Pakhulani.
The policeman was investigating the alleged arrest of members of a party of mourners when the incident took place. When EUMM monitors went to the spot to investigate, heavy shooting erupted and some bullets fell close to the mission personnel. It was not clear whether they were aimed at intentionally, but this action is unacceptable, the EUMM is an unarmed civilian mission.
The incident is being investigated by the Georgian authorities, but since it occurred in the immediate vicinity of the administrative boundary line, the EUMM calls on the de facto Abkhaz authorities to also investigate what happened and share the results with EUMM and the Georgian authorities.
The policeman was investigating the alleged arrest of members of a party of mourners when the incident took place. When EUMM monitors went to the spot to investigate, heavy shooting erupted and some bullets fell close to the mission personnel. It was not clear whether they were aimed at intentionally, but this action is unacceptable, the EUMM is an unarmed civilian mission.
The incident is being investigated by the Georgian authorities, but since it occurred in the immediate vicinity of the administrative boundary line, the EUMM calls on the de facto Abkhaz authorities to also investigate what happened and share the results with EUMM and the Georgian authorities.
Georgian Delegation Left For Geneva
Georgian delegation has already left for Geneva.
Georgian side is represented by the representatives of the Georgian Government, the chairman of Abkhaz Government Malkhaz Akishbaia and the leader of provisional administration of South Ossetia Dimitry Sanakoev.
As Giorgi Bokeria, the deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Georgia stated the peaceful regulation of the conflict is only possible after the deoccupation of Georgian territories.
‘The issues of negotiations concern the return of IDPs, redeployment of Russian occupational forces with international peaceful missions and so on, though Georgian side considers that all of these are only possible after the deoccupation of the Georgian territories.’ – Bokeria said.
As the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Georgia underlined in Geneva conference Georgian delegation will submit a reports on the existing situation in conflict regions and will reiterate the commitments of the 6-point – truce to be fulfilled by Russian side.
Geneva talks, envisaging security in Caucasus, is scheduled to be held on November 18-19. Two main issues – security and the return of IDPs – are in the agenda of consultations.
Georgian side is represented by the representatives of the Georgian Government, the chairman of Abkhaz Government Malkhaz Akishbaia and the leader of provisional administration of South Ossetia Dimitry Sanakoev.
As Giorgi Bokeria, the deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Georgia stated the peaceful regulation of the conflict is only possible after the deoccupation of Georgian territories.
‘The issues of negotiations concern the return of IDPs, redeployment of Russian occupational forces with international peaceful missions and so on, though Georgian side considers that all of these are only possible after the deoccupation of the Georgian territories.’ – Bokeria said.
As the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Georgia underlined in Geneva conference Georgian delegation will submit a reports on the existing situation in conflict regions and will reiterate the commitments of the 6-point – truce to be fulfilled by Russian side.
Geneva talks, envisaging security in Caucasus, is scheduled to be held on November 18-19. Two main issues – security and the return of IDPs – are in the agenda of consultations.
Bill Clinton Considers Hillary to Become ‘US Great Secretary of State‘
Ex Us President Bill Clinton considers that his spouse will be ‘great US Secretary of State’. Radio Echo Moskvi reports regarding this.
Bill Clinton made the following statement in Kuwait where he is attending economic conference.
‘Hilary did a lot to back Barack Obama and we are happy that he has won the election.’ – Bill Clinton remarked.
The information, regarding appointing Hillary Clinton as the US Secretary of State, was spread by American media last week.
As the American media sources report, Hillary Clinton neither confirmed nor denied the information.
Bill Clinton made the following statement in Kuwait where he is attending economic conference.
‘Hilary did a lot to back Barack Obama and we are happy that he has won the election.’ – Bill Clinton remarked.
The information, regarding appointing Hillary Clinton as the US Secretary of State, was spread by American media last week.
As the American media sources report, Hillary Clinton neither confirmed nor denied the information.
European Neighbourhood Policy to be Discussed on European Integration Committee Session Today
European Neighbourhood policy will be discussed on European Integration parliamentary committee session.
Opinions of civil society will be heard by the deputies about implementation of European Neighbourhood Policy plan 2008. As the committee explains, opinions were gathered on seminar set on ENP themes. Civil society experts took part in it.
EU delegation to Georgia, representatives of ministries and NGOs are invited to European Integration Parliamentary committee session. The session starts at 12:00.
Opinions of civil society will be heard by the deputies about implementation of European Neighbourhood Policy plan 2008. As the committee explains, opinions were gathered on seminar set on ENP themes. Civil society experts took part in it.
EU delegation to Georgia, representatives of ministries and NGOs are invited to European Integration Parliamentary committee session. The session starts at 12:00.
MFA of Georgia Released Statement Regarding Situation in Village Perevi of Sachkhere Region
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia relaesed the statment regrading the situiation oin the village of Perevi, Sachkhere region.’Regarding the situation in the village Perevi of Satchkhere RegionRussian Federation continues to be in serious violation of obligations it has undertaken by the six-point cease-fire agreement, brokered by the European Union. They continue to occupy territories outside conflict zones, in particular - Upper Abkhazia, Akhalgori, Village of Perevi – areas unoccupied prior to the august invasion. Instead of withdrawal of occupying forces to the positions ex-ante war, the Russian Federation has increased its military presence inside of both conflict zones.
The most recent alarming development is that Russians forces are currently in the process of handing over the checkpoints in the village of Perevi to the criminal militias of the proxy regime of the Tskhinvali region. This development increases the risk of confrontation and makes security of the village even more volatile, which might result in the displacement and property loss of the residents of Perevi and a new wave of ethnic cleansings.
Russian Federation has undertaken the obligation to withdraw from Perevi and other territories of Georgia. Until the withdrawal, Russian forces are in effective control of those areas and have full responsibility for actions of criminal militias of proxy regimes.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia calls upon the international community and in particular observers from the OSCE and the EU Monitoring Mission not to allow new wave of ethnic cleansing.
The most recent alarming development is that Russians forces are currently in the process of handing over the checkpoints in the village of Perevi to the criminal militias of the proxy regime of the Tskhinvali region. This development increases the risk of confrontation and makes security of the village even more volatile, which might result in the displacement and property loss of the residents of Perevi and a new wave of ethnic cleansings.
Russian Federation has undertaken the obligation to withdraw from Perevi and other territories of Georgia. Until the withdrawal, Russian forces are in effective control of those areas and have full responsibility for actions of criminal militias of proxy regimes.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia calls upon the international community and in particular observers from the OSCE and the EU Monitoring Mission not to allow new wave of ethnic cleansing.
Telephone Conversation Held between Obama and Medvedev
The telephone conversation was held between Dimity Medvedev, the President of the Russian federation and President-elected Barack Obama.GeorgiaNews reports regarding this based on the information spread by the press centre of the Russian President.
According to the information spread by the agency, Dimitri Medvedev congratulated Barack Obama on the victory; besides the sides stressed the priorities of Russian-American relationship. The sides underlined the development of the Russian-American relationship is important not only for the sides but also for the international Commonwealth.
According to the information spread by the agency, Dimitri Medvedev congratulated Barack Obama on the victory; besides the sides stressed the priorities of Russian-American relationship. The sides underlined the development of the Russian-American relationship is important not only for the sides but also for the international Commonwealth.
Chairman of Danish Parliament to Pay Visit to Georgia Today
The chairman of the Danish Royal Parliament Thor Pedersen and the members of parliamentary presidium will pay a visit to Georgia today, November 9.
The Danish diplomats intend to start their visit by calling the Art Museum; afterwards the meeting with Davit Bakradze, the chairman of the Georgian Parliament and a joint press conference in on the agenda of the delegation tomorrow, on November 10.
On November 10 the meeting with Parliamentary opposition, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Georgia Eka Tkeshelashvili and the Prime Minister of Georgia Grigol Mgaloblishvili and the President of Georgia Mikheil Saakashvili are planned as well.
On November 11 the Danish guests will meet with EU Danish monitors, visit old districts of Tbilisi and Trinity Cathedral.
The Danish diplomat corp will leave Georgia on November 11.
The Danish diplomats intend to start their visit by calling the Art Museum; afterwards the meeting with Davit Bakradze, the chairman of the Georgian Parliament and a joint press conference in on the agenda of the delegation tomorrow, on November 10.
On November 10 the meeting with Parliamentary opposition, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Georgia Eka Tkeshelashvili and the Prime Minister of Georgia Grigol Mgaloblishvili and the President of Georgia Mikheil Saakashvili are planned as well.
On November 11 the Danish guests will meet with EU Danish monitors, visit old districts of Tbilisi and Trinity Cathedral.
The Danish diplomat corp will leave Georgia on November 11.
Barack Obama Doesn’t Refuse to Anti Missile Defense System Location in Europe
Barack Obama doesn’t refuse to anti missile defense system location in Europe.
US president Barack Obama is not going to say no to Bush administration’s plans – ‘Lenta.ru’ reports based on AFP.
Obama spoke with Poland president Lech Kachinsky today by phone. Poland president press service informs that Barack Obama stressed necessity of strategic partnership between US and Poland and intention to develop political and military cooperation between the states.
Agreement about location of 96 missiles in Poland was signed between US and Poland on August 20.
US president Barack Obama is not going to say no to Bush administration’s plans – ‘Lenta.ru’ reports based on AFP.
Obama spoke with Poland president Lech Kachinsky today by phone. Poland president press service informs that Barack Obama stressed necessity of strategic partnership between US and Poland and intention to develop political and military cooperation between the states.
Agreement about location of 96 missiles in Poland was signed between US and Poland on August 20.
Nicola Sarkozy – EU has not Basis not to restore Negotiations with Russia
EU has not basis not to restore negotiations with Russia on new agreement.
‘Radio Mayak’ informs that the announcement was made by France President Nicola Sarkozy was made according to special EU summit results in Brussels.
Sarkozy stated that Russia realized two demands of EU regarding Georgian military conflict.
EU chairman Jose Manuel Borroso called for Poland and Lithuania to realize European position about necessity to continue negotiations on new agreement.
‘Radio Mayak’ informs that the announcement was made by France President Nicola Sarkozy was made according to special EU summit results in Brussels.
Sarkozy stated that Russia realized two demands of EU regarding Georgian military conflict.
EU chairman Jose Manuel Borroso called for Poland and Lithuania to realize European position about necessity to continue negotiations on new agreement.
The West Information Services State Obama Ignored Medvedev’s Congratulation Barack Obama ignored Dmitry Medvedev’s congratulation, - radio ‘Ekho Mos
Barack Obama ignored Dmitry Medvedev’s congratulation, - radio ‘Ekho Moskvi’ informs.
The West information agencies noticed it. Russian federation president didn’t appear in the list of the world leaders, who were called by senator ‘democrat’ for their congratulation telegrams.
Obama spoke to leaders of France, Australia, Great Britain, Mexico and South Korea.
The West information agencies noticed it. Russian federation president didn’t appear in the list of the world leaders, who were called by senator ‘democrat’ for their congratulation telegrams.
Obama spoke to leaders of France, Australia, Great Britain, Mexico and South Korea.
Barack Obama’s Press Conference Dedicated to Economics
Newly elected US president Barack Obama promised to take swift actions to solve economic crisis – CNN informs.
‘We face the greatest challenge and we are going to take swift actions to overcome the crisis’, - Obama stated.
The first press conference Obama held in Chicago was dedicated to economics.
Press conference was held behind closed door after the assembly. Obama said he would move with "deliberate haste" to fill his Cabinet posts.
‘We face the greatest challenge and we are going to take swift actions to overcome the crisis’, - Obama stated.
The first press conference Obama held in Chicago was dedicated to economics.
Press conference was held behind closed door after the assembly. Obama said he would move with "deliberate haste" to fill his Cabinet posts.
George Bush’s Administration Considers that it’s Doubtful Whether It will Ever be Found out Who started Conflict between Russia and Georgia
US president George Bush’s administration considers that it’s doubtful whether it will ever be found out who started conflict between Russia and Georgia.
Russian agencies inform that journalists were informed about it by official representative of state department in Washington Robert Wood.
‘We may never find out who is responsible for what happened there. Though we called for both sides from the beginning not to yield or make provocation. Georgians consider that they were provoked by Russians’, - Wood stated.
Wood stated that Bush’s administration considers that the most important in the region is to provide security.
Russian agencies inform that journalists were informed about it by official representative of state department in Washington Robert Wood.
‘We may never find out who is responsible for what happened there. Though we called for both sides from the beginning not to yield or make provocation. Georgians consider that they were provoked by Russians’, - Wood stated.
Wood stated that Bush’s administration considers that the most important in the region is to provide security.
GEL Equals 1.4390 against USD
USD 1 equaled GEL1.4390after trading at the Tbilisi inter-bank currency exchange today, November 5.
As the National Bank of Georgia reported GeorgiaNews, the National Bank of Georgia as seller and seven commercial banks as purchasers took part in the trading session of the Tbilisi Interbank Currency Exchange (TICEX), where three new stock deals were concluded. The total trade turnover amounted to USD 22 800 000.
The opening exchange rate was 1 USD – 1.4330USD. The initial demand of commercial banks on the currency was USD 22.800.000.
The official exchange rate from November 6 is 1 USD - GEL1.4390.
As the National Bank of Georgia reported GeorgiaNews, the National Bank of Georgia as seller and seven commercial banks as purchasers took part in the trading session of the Tbilisi Interbank Currency Exchange (TICEX), where three new stock deals were concluded. The total trade turnover amounted to USD 22 800 000.
The opening exchange rate was 1 USD – 1.4330USD. The initial demand of commercial banks on the currency was USD 22.800.000.
The official exchange rate from November 6 is 1 USD - GEL1.4390.
EuroNews – Democrat Barack Obama Won Convincingly Historic US Presidential Election
Democrat Barack Obama won convincingly US presidential election. EuroNews reports regarding this.
Barack Obama has made his first speech as US President-elect to his jubilant supporters.
After an historic night the Democrat is to be America’s first black president and the enormity of the occasion was lost on no one.
While he paid his respects to his rival John McCain,
this was a time to say thank-you to those who had put him there.
"Americans will send a message to the world that we have never been just a collections of individuals, or a collection of red states or blue states, we are always will be the United States of America."
And once again at the heart of the speech was the word which had summed up his campaign "change".
" It’s been a long time coming but tonight because of what we did on this day, in this election, at this defining moment, change has come to America".
As BBC reports according to the preliminary data the popular vote stood at 52% for the Democratic Senator from Illinois, against 47% for Arizona Senator McCain.
Barack Obama has made his first speech as US President-elect to his jubilant supporters.
After an historic night the Democrat is to be America’s first black president and the enormity of the occasion was lost on no one.
While he paid his respects to his rival John McCain,
this was a time to say thank-you to those who had put him there.
"Americans will send a message to the world that we have never been just a collections of individuals, or a collection of red states or blue states, we are always will be the United States of America."
And once again at the heart of the speech was the word which had summed up his campaign "change".
" It’s been a long time coming but tonight because of what we did on this day, in this election, at this defining moment, change has come to America".
As BBC reports according to the preliminary data the popular vote stood at 52% for the Democratic Senator from Illinois, against 47% for Arizona Senator McCain.
Oil Price Increased Worldwide
Oil price has increased worldwide; GeorgiaNews was reported by the Union of Producers, Customers and Importers of Oil Products.
According to the Union, on November 4, 2008, IPE Brent Crude oil price equaled 66.44 (+5, 96) dollars per barrel at London and New York markets, while price of Light Sweet Crude was at 70.53 (+6.62) dollars per barrel.
According to the Union, on November 4, 2008, IPE Brent Crude oil price equaled 66.44 (+5, 96) dollars per barrel at London and New York markets, while price of Light Sweet Crude was at 70.53 (+6.62) dollars per barrel.
Barack Obama Won Historic US Presidential Election
Barack Obama won US Presidential election. However, the popular vote remains close. At 0600 GMT it stood at 51.3% for the Democratic Senator from Illinois, against 47.4% for Arizona Senator McCain. BBC reports regarding this.
47 year-old Barack Obama has been backed in almost all the States.
Barack Obama will be the 44th president of the United States, winning an historic election to become the first African American in the White House.
Inauguration of the President Barack Obama and vice –President George Bidden is scheduled to be held on January 20.
47 year-old Barack Obama has been backed in almost all the States.
Barack Obama will be the 44th president of the United States, winning an historic election to become the first African American in the White House.
Inauguration of the President Barack Obama and vice –President George Bidden is scheduled to be held on January 20.
Barack Obama’s 86 Years Old Grandmother Dies
The grandmother of US candidate Barack Obama has died on the eve of the presidential election.
Madelyn Dunham, 86, had cancer. She had been a key figure in Mr Obama's early life, and helped raise him.
BBC informs that ‘the grandmother of US candidate Barack Obama has died on the eve of the presidential election. Madelyn Dunham, 86, had cancer. She had been a key figure in Mr Obama's early life, and helped raise him. ‘She was the person who encouraged and allowed us to take chances’, - Obama states.
Madelyn Dunham, 86, had cancer. She had been a key figure in Mr Obama's early life, and helped raise him.
BBC informs that ‘the grandmother of US candidate Barack Obama has died on the eve of the presidential election. Madelyn Dunham, 86, had cancer. She had been a key figure in Mr Obama's early life, and helped raise him. ‘She was the person who encouraged and allowed us to take chances’, - Obama states.
Presidents of Poland and Lithuania Received Joint Declaration Regarding Georgia Presidents of Poland and Lithuania state that Russia must freeze neg
Presidents of Poland and Lithuania state that Russia must freeze negotiations over new agreement about strategic partnership with Russia, until Moscow withdraws army from Georgia.
Russian agencies spread this information based on Poland press.
‘It will be early to restore negotiations with Russia while it occupies Georgian territories’, - declaration of Lech Kachinsky and Valdas Adamkus says.
Presidents of Poland and Lithuania call for the world commonwealth and EU states governments to demand from Russia full implementation of 12 August agreement.
‘We emphasize that EU-Russian relations must restore only when Russia returns armies to positions before August 7’, - it is stated in the declaration.
Russian agencies spread this information based on Poland press.
‘It will be early to restore negotiations with Russia while it occupies Georgian territories’, - declaration of Lech Kachinsky and Valdas Adamkus says.
Presidents of Poland and Lithuania call for the world commonwealth and EU states governments to demand from Russia full implementation of 12 August agreement.
‘We emphasize that EU-Russian relations must restore only when Russia returns armies to positions before August 7’, - it is stated in the declaration.
USA to Elect 44th President of Country
The population of USA will elect the 44th president of the country tomorrow, November 4.
According to the preliminary polls, 47 –year –old Democrat Barack Obama is ahead by several percentages over his ‘rival’ 72-year-old Republican John McCain. Barack Obama leads in all important states, including Ohio and Florida
Obama called his voters not to be too confident in victory; as for the influential republic-party –members they call Americans not to hurry and not to ‘write off ‘John McCain yet.
The election will coincide with the 2008 Senate elections in thirty-three states, House of Representatives elections in all states, and gubernatorial elections in eleven states, as well as various state referanda and local elections. The president-elect and vice president-elect are scheduled to be inaugurated on January 20, 2009.
Till then George Bush will still run the country.
According to the preliminary polls, 47 –year –old Democrat Barack Obama is ahead by several percentages over his ‘rival’ 72-year-old Republican John McCain. Barack Obama leads in all important states, including Ohio and Florida
Obama called his voters not to be too confident in victory; as for the influential republic-party –members they call Americans not to hurry and not to ‘write off ‘John McCain yet.
The election will coincide with the 2008 Senate elections in thirty-three states, House of Representatives elections in all states, and gubernatorial elections in eleven states, as well as various state referanda and local elections. The president-elect and vice president-elect are scheduled to be inaugurated on January 20, 2009.
Till then George Bush will still run the country.
Georgia is ready to Participate in next round of Geneva talks Planned on November 18, 2008
MIA of Georgia released the statement regarding the participation in the next round of Geneva talks planned on November 18, 2008.
‘Recently Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation has been falsely accusing Georgian side for abandoning Geneva discussions on October 15 and not planning to take part in the next round of negotiations on November 18, 2008. Such claims are absolutely groundless and represent yet another example of Soviet type propaganda aimed at misleading international community.
Georgia believes that the moderators have done an outstanding job in organizing the first round of the Geneva discussions. Existing format of the talks creates all the preconditions for successful conduct of the second and future rounds. Georgia stands ready to continue constructive engagement in the Geneva talks, as we have done on October 15.
It is not Georgia, but the Russian Federation, and its proxy regimes of Abkhazia and Tskhinvali Region, who are responsible for the suspension of the first round of Geneva talks. As it is well known, Russian side boycotted the plenary session which was attended by the representatives of the UN, EU, OSCE, as the moderators, and Georgia and United States of America, as participants. This was the format agreed among all parties. Moreover, Russian side and the proxy regimes of Abkhazia and Tskhinvali Region also boycotted the meetings of the working groups, where, as agreed in advance, the participants were to take part on an informal level to discuss the issues related to the security and stability in Abkhazia, Georgia, and Tskhinvali Region/South Ossetia, Georgia, as well as the safe and dignified return of the IDPs to their places of residence. ‘ –The statement of the MIA of Georgia reads.
‘Recently Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation has been falsely accusing Georgian side for abandoning Geneva discussions on October 15 and not planning to take part in the next round of negotiations on November 18, 2008. Such claims are absolutely groundless and represent yet another example of Soviet type propaganda aimed at misleading international community.
Georgia believes that the moderators have done an outstanding job in organizing the first round of the Geneva discussions. Existing format of the talks creates all the preconditions for successful conduct of the second and future rounds. Georgia stands ready to continue constructive engagement in the Geneva talks, as we have done on October 15.
It is not Georgia, but the Russian Federation, and its proxy regimes of Abkhazia and Tskhinvali Region, who are responsible for the suspension of the first round of Geneva talks. As it is well known, Russian side boycotted the plenary session which was attended by the representatives of the UN, EU, OSCE, as the moderators, and Georgia and United States of America, as participants. This was the format agreed among all parties. Moreover, Russian side and the proxy regimes of Abkhazia and Tskhinvali Region also boycotted the meetings of the working groups, where, as agreed in advance, the participants were to take part on an informal level to discuss the issues related to the security and stability in Abkhazia, Georgia, and Tskhinvali Region/South Ossetia, Georgia, as well as the safe and dignified return of the IDPs to their places of residence. ‘ –The statement of the MIA of Georgia reads.
Bank of Georgia to Summarize Month of October Today at Press Conference
The representatives of Bank of Georgia will hold a press conference in Courtyard Marriott today.
As GeorgiaNews was reported from the Bank of Georgia the briefing will be held apropos the results of the month of October. The representatives of the Bank will answer the questions of journalists.
Bank of Georgia holds a press conference regarding the financial rate or innovations every two weeks.
As GeorgiaNews was reported from the Bank of Georgia the briefing will be held apropos the results of the month of October. The representatives of the Bank will answer the questions of journalists.
Bank of Georgia holds a press conference regarding the financial rate or innovations every two weeks.
Academic Year to Start Today in Public School №1 in Poti
The academic year will start today in public school №1 in Poti.
The reason the belated academic year start is rehabilitation works carried out in school. The works have been completed and cost GEL 9.000.
Solemn activities dedicated to the start of the academic year will be attended by the representatives of the Ministry of Education.
780 pupils study at school №1 in Poti.
The reason the belated academic year start is rehabilitation works carried out in school. The works have been completed and cost GEL 9.000.
Solemn activities dedicated to the start of the academic year will be attended by the representatives of the Ministry of Education.
780 pupils study at school №1 in Poti.
According to Data of Social Survey Service, Barack Obama is Convincingly in Head
According to the data of social survey service, the democrat candidate Barack Obama is convincingly in head in the pre-election fight. Echo Moskvy reports regarding this based on the information spread by Angus Rade.
As the news agency reports, Angus Rade made the following the conclusion on the basis of 11 social surveys carried out.
According to the social surveys, on average 49.9 % of Americans vote for Barack Obama while 43.5 % for John McCain. 6.6 % of the American voters have not met the decision yet.
As the news agency reports, Angus Rade made the following the conclusion on the basis of 11 social surveys carried out.
According to the social surveys, on average 49.9 % of Americans vote for Barack Obama while 43.5 % for John McCain. 6.6 % of the American voters have not met the decision yet.
GYLA Held First Press Conference on Ongoing Elections in Adjara
GYLA, Georgia’s Young Lawyers’ Association, held the first press conference on ongoing elections in Adjara.
As Giorgi Chkhaidze, the head of the GYLA, stated in the press conference held in Batumi, in precinct # 38 in Khelvachauri one voter voted with expired ID card, but the complaint regarding the fact have been already lodged. Another accident happened in the same district, in the precinct #40 where the representatives of the GYLA were not allowed to enter the polling station but after interference of the election Commission the problem has been resolved.
There are 334 polling stations where more that 20 international and 9 local observation organizations are engaged to monitor the election today.160 observers of GYLA observe the election in Adjara.
GYLA observers will hold another briefing at 17:00 today.
As Giorgi Chkhaidze, the head of the GYLA, stated in the press conference held in Batumi, in precinct # 38 in Khelvachauri one voter voted with expired ID card, but the complaint regarding the fact have been already lodged. Another accident happened in the same district, in the precinct #40 where the representatives of the GYLA were not allowed to enter the polling station but after interference of the election Commission the problem has been resolved.
There are 334 polling stations where more that 20 international and 9 local observation organizations are engaged to monitor the election today.160 observers of GYLA observe the election in Adjara.
GYLA observers will hold another briefing at 17:00 today.
6 Persons Taken As hostage in Village of Kirbala, Gori Region
6 locals of the village of Kilbara have been searched already for the second day. According to the version of the relatives of the lost persons, they have been kidnapped by Ossetian separatists.
The lost persons went to the forest for fire-wood yesterday and did not return.
As the relatives report, Ossetian separatists kidnapped the 6 locals in exchange for the hostages (locals of the village of Zerti) which managed to escape.
The lost persons went to the forest for fire-wood yesterday and did not return.
As the relatives report, Ossetian separatists kidnapped the 6 locals in exchange for the hostages (locals of the village of Zerti) which managed to escape.
High Council to be Elected Today in Autonomous Republic of Adjara
The High Council will be elected in the autonomous republic of Adjara today. 6 political unions ‘United National Movement’, ‘Industry will Save Georgia’, ‘United Communist Party’, ‘ Georgian Group’, ‘George Targamadze-Christians-Democrats’, and ‘ We ourselves ‘ are registers in the polling stations.
There are 289 196 electorates in Adjara, namely 98 350 in Batumi, 15 334 in Keda, 66 885 in Kobuleti, 15 175 in Shuakhevi, 69 608 in Khelvachauri and 23 844 in Khulo.
There are 334 polling stations where more that 20 international and 9 local observation organizations are engaged to monitor the election today.
The voting process has already started at 8:00am.
There are 289 196 electorates in Adjara, namely 98 350 in Batumi, 15 334 in Keda, 66 885 in Kobuleti, 15 175 in Shuakhevi, 69 608 in Khelvachauri and 23 844 in Khulo.
There are 334 polling stations where more that 20 international and 9 local observation organizations are engaged to monitor the election today.
The voting process has already started at 8:00am.
Tskhinvali Accuses Georgia of Involvement in Bridge Blast
Tskhinvali accuses Georgia of involvement in Artsevi-Kveshi bridge blast.
As the news agency Res reports, the de facto minister of defense of south Ossetia Ibrag Gasaev stated the following.
‘In the night of October 31 the bridge was exploded in the village of Artsevi. According to the preliminary data, Georgia special units have exploded it. The village of Artsevi borders the village of Kveshi. Ossetian law enforcers are working at the site.’ – Gasaev remarked.
Georgian side evaluates the bridge blast as the provocation and act of terrorism.
Nobody has been injured due to the explosion.
As the news agency Res reports, the de facto minister of defense of south Ossetia Ibrag Gasaev stated the following.
‘In the night of October 31 the bridge was exploded in the village of Artsevi. According to the preliminary data, Georgia special units have exploded it. The village of Artsevi borders the village of Kveshi. Ossetian law enforcers are working at the site.’ – Gasaev remarked.
Georgian side evaluates the bridge blast as the provocation and act of terrorism.
Nobody has been injured due to the explosion.
President of Ingushetia To Leave His Position Ahead of Time
Russian President Dmitry Medvedev signed the resolution regarding dismissing Murat Zyazikov as president of the Ingushetia ahead of time.
According to the Russian agencies Murat Zyazikov, the president of Ingushetia, has left his position in compliance with his own wish and will go on working in Moscow.
As the opposition in Ingushetia claim, the resignation of the president refers to the tensed situation existing in the country.
Yunus-bek Yevkurov will assume the responsibility of the president, which enjoys the honorary title ‘Hero of the Russian Federation’.
Yevkurov have worked as a high rank officer in Russian armored forces since 1982.
According to the Russian agencies Murat Zyazikov, the president of Ingushetia, has left his position in compliance with his own wish and will go on working in Moscow.
As the opposition in Ingushetia claim, the resignation of the president refers to the tensed situation existing in the country.
Yunus-bek Yevkurov will assume the responsibility of the president, which enjoys the honorary title ‘Hero of the Russian Federation’.
Yevkurov have worked as a high rank officer in Russian armored forces since 1982.
According to Data of October 29, John McCain Cuts Gap to 5 % from 7 %
According to the data of October 29 McCain cut the gap to 5% from 7% the week before. Reuter reports regarding this.
According to the survey 50 % of Americans are ready to vote for Barack Obama and 43 % for McCain.
Every tree days the survey is carried out in USA.
The US presidential poll will be held on November 4.
According to the survey 50 % of Americans are ready to vote for Barack Obama and 43 % for McCain.
Every tree days the survey is carried out in USA.
The US presidential poll will be held on November 4.
Russia-Georgia conflict to be Discussed at International Riga Conference
Riga Conference organized by LATO will be opened today, 31 October and lasts till 2 November in the Melngalvju Nams (Blackheads House), the Riga Conference Europe Whole and Free: 90 years in the making will take place. On the eve of the 90th anniversary of Latvia's independence, Riga will gather heads of states, the world's leading academicians, politicians, representatives from non-governmental organizations, commentators and journalists to review significant challenges to the European and Transatlantic community in the 21st century. In their discussions the participants will attempt to estimate the impact of the Western democracy model in the world, analyze the roots and consequences of the Russia-Georgia conflict, look into decisions by which NATO is going to mark its 60th anniversary, into the options for future relations of the West with Russia, the prospects for the European Union in 2009 and into the future as envisioned by the European democracies.
President Valdis Zatlers of Latvia, President Toomas Hendrik Ilves of Estonia, President Victor Yushchenko of Ukraine, President Mikheil Saakashvili of Georgia, Deputy Prime Minister of the Czech Republic, Alexandr Vondra, the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Maris Riekstins, the Minister for Defence of Latvia, Vinets Veldre, the State Minister of Georgia for Re-integration, Temuri Yakobashivili, former President of Latvia, Vaira Vike-Freiberga, former Deputy Prime Minister of Russia, Boris Nemtsov, the Director of Policy Planning in the Private Office of the NATO Secretary General, Jamie Shea and other prominent figures are expected to take part in the conference.
The Conference is being organized by the Latvian Transatlantic Organisation (LATO), the Ministry of Defence of the Republic of Latvia, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Latvia and the Commission of Strategic Analysis under the auspices of the President of Latvia. The conference is supported by the Soros Foundation Latvia, the Riga City Council and the International Consulting Company Oxford Analytica.
The Riga Conference 2008 is already the third such high level international conference on the issues of security and foreign policy of the European and international community, thus highlighting Latvia on the world map as a venue for meetings between international foreign policy experts and diplomats.
President Valdis Zatlers of Latvia, President Toomas Hendrik Ilves of Estonia, President Victor Yushchenko of Ukraine, President Mikheil Saakashvili of Georgia, Deputy Prime Minister of the Czech Republic, Alexandr Vondra, the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Maris Riekstins, the Minister for Defence of Latvia, Vinets Veldre, the State Minister of Georgia for Re-integration, Temuri Yakobashivili, former President of Latvia, Vaira Vike-Freiberga, former Deputy Prime Minister of Russia, Boris Nemtsov, the Director of Policy Planning in the Private Office of the NATO Secretary General, Jamie Shea and other prominent figures are expected to take part in the conference.
The Conference is being organized by the Latvian Transatlantic Organisation (LATO), the Ministry of Defence of the Republic of Latvia, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Latvia and the Commission of Strategic Analysis under the auspices of the President of Latvia. The conference is supported by the Soros Foundation Latvia, the Riga City Council and the International Consulting Company Oxford Analytica.
The Riga Conference 2008 is already the third such high level international conference on the issues of security and foreign policy of the European and international community, thus highlighting Latvia on the world map as a venue for meetings between international foreign policy experts and diplomats.
Oil Price decreased Worldwide
Oil price has decreased worldwide; GeorgiaNews was reported by the Union of Producers, Customers and Importers of Oil Products.
According to the Union, on October 30, 2008, IPE Brent Crude oil price equaled 63.71 (-1, 76) dollars per barrel at London and New York markets, while price of Light Sweet Crude was at 65.96 (-1, 54) dollars per barrel.
According to the Union, on October 30, 2008, IPE Brent Crude oil price equaled 63.71 (-1, 76) dollars per barrel at London and New York markets, while price of Light Sweet Crude was at 65.96 (-1, 54) dollars per barrel.
Military Car ‘Land Rover’ Turned Over in Poti
Military car ‘Land Rover’ turned over in Poti on Samegrelo street with state number ‘AZG-495’.
The witnesses say that reason of the car crash is not known to them. The car belongs to sea squadron.
The injured were taken to Poti hospital. Doctors don’t make comments yet.
There were not victims to the car accident. There was military sea squadron staff in the car.
The witnesses say that reason of the car crash is not known to them. The car belongs to sea squadron.
The injured were taken to Poti hospital. Doctors don’t make comments yet.
There were not victims to the car accident. There was military sea squadron staff in the car.
Visit of European Council Parliamentary Assembly Presidential Committee
Visit of European Council parliamentary assembly presidential committee representatives has started.
Parliamentary assembly president Luis Maria De Puch heads the delegation.
Meetings with Georgian parliament chairman Davit Bakradze, Acting Minister of Interior Affairs Vano Merabishvili and Security Council Secretary Kakha Lomaia.
European Council delegation will assess the results of Russian occupation. The visit will end on October 31.
Parliamentary assembly president Luis Maria De Puch heads the delegation.
Meetings with Georgian parliament chairman Davit Bakradze, Acting Minister of Interior Affairs Vano Merabishvili and Security Council Secretary Kakha Lomaia.
European Council delegation will assess the results of Russian occupation. The visit will end on October 31.
Sokhumi Waiting for Visit of EU Special Envoy Pierre Moreli
EU special envoy to Georgia Pierre Moreli will visit Abkhazia soon.
Agency ‘Apsni Press’ informs that Abkhazian de-facto foreign minister Sergey Shamba stated about it.
‘We are going to discuss the issues that was obstacle to go on Geneva meeting on theme of Caucasian Security’, Shamba stated.
He also says that proposals to be made on Geneva meeting are prepared by Abkhazian side.
Shamba stated once more that Abkhazia would take part in Geneva meeting only in equal conditions.
‘Otherwise, we’ll solve these issues by ourselves with out ally Russia, as we did before’, - Shamba stated.
‘Apsni Press; informs that Pierre Moreli will also visit Tskhinvali.
Agency ‘Apsni Press’ informs that Abkhazian de-facto foreign minister Sergey Shamba stated about it.
‘We are going to discuss the issues that was obstacle to go on Geneva meeting on theme of Caucasian Security’, Shamba stated.
He also says that proposals to be made on Geneva meeting are prepared by Abkhazian side.
Shamba stated once more that Abkhazia would take part in Geneva meeting only in equal conditions.
‘Otherwise, we’ll solve these issues by ourselves with out ally Russia, as we did before’, - Shamba stated.
‘Apsni Press; informs that Pierre Moreli will also visit Tskhinvali.
Economic Forum to be Opened in Istanbul Today
Economic forum will be opened today in Istanbul. Searching for ways to overcome financial crisis of the world will be main theme of the forum.
‘Vesti’ informs that European and central Asian states representatives will take part in the forum that will last till 1 November.
Regional and World energetic security issues will be stressed on the forum. Participants of the measure will mainly speak about role of Turkey in this field.
‘Vesti’ informs that European and central Asian states representatives will take part in the forum that will last till 1 November.
Regional and World energetic security issues will be stressed on the forum. Participants of the measure will mainly speak about role of Turkey in this field.
Oil Price Increased Worldwide
Oil price has increased worldwide, NewsGeorgia was reported by the Union of Producers, Customers and Importers of Oil Products.
According to the Union, IPE Brent Crude oil price equaled 65, 47 (+5,18) dollars per barrel at London Market.
Price of Light Sweet Crude is at 67, 50 (+4.77) dollars per barrel at New York market.
According to the Union, IPE Brent Crude oil price equaled 65, 47 (+5,18) dollars per barrel at London Market.
Price of Light Sweet Crude is at 67, 50 (+4.77) dollars per barrel at New York market.
Two Russian Soldiers Died in Incident in Village Saberio
Russian armored carrier exploded on mine in village Chuburkhinji.
It is known that Russian occupants undermine the whole territory along river Enguri and explosion presumably took place exactly on this territory.
Incident took place in village Saberio too, where Russian military car fell into the ravine.
According to unofficial information, two Russian soldiers died and three were injured.
The injured were taken to Krasnodar hospital by helicopter.
It is known that Russian occupants undermine the whole territory along river Enguri and explosion presumably took place exactly on this territory.
Incident took place in village Saberio too, where Russian military car fell into the ravine.
According to unofficial information, two Russian soldiers died and three were injured.
The injured were taken to Krasnodar hospital by helicopter.
Mikheil Saakashvili – War and Economic Crisis have Doubly Impacted on Georgian Economy The war and the financial crisis have doubly impacted the Geo
The war and the financial crisis have doubly impacted the Georgian economy doubly. Mikheil Saakashvili, the President of Georgia stated the following at the meeting with MPs today.
Therefore, it is essential to undertake radical-democratic-liberal reforms.
‘We need more democracy in Georgia. We plan to take many steps in this light to provide new jobs, to offer better investment environment and to cut taxes for the civilians.’ – The President of Georgia said.
As the President underscored when the world suffers from financial crisis, Georgia needs to work out ‘Marshall Plan’.
‘We adopted the 4.5 million plan. We will need time to take in how we are to spend the sum. The fist 6 months will be very hard. Therefore, I ask the old and new government to gather at the session of the anti-crisis Council to discuss openly the matter.’ – Mikheil Saakashvili stated.
Therefore, it is essential to undertake radical-democratic-liberal reforms.
‘We need more democracy in Georgia. We plan to take many steps in this light to provide new jobs, to offer better investment environment and to cut taxes for the civilians.’ – The President of Georgia said.
As the President underscored when the world suffers from financial crisis, Georgia needs to work out ‘Marshall Plan’.
‘We adopted the 4.5 million plan. We will need time to take in how we are to spend the sum. The fist 6 months will be very hard. Therefore, I ask the old and new government to gather at the session of the anti-crisis Council to discuss openly the matter.’ – Mikheil Saakashvili stated.
Georgia Has New Premier- Minister
Georgia has a new Premier Minister. Grigol Mgaloblishvili has been appointed to the position of the premier-minister of Georgia.
Mikheil Saakashvili, the president of Georgia introduced Grigol Mgaloblishvili, to the Parliamentary majority today. The meeting between the President of Georgia and MPs is in process in the Presidential residence of Avlabari at the moment.
Grigol (Gega) Mgaloblishvili has served as the ambassador of Georgia to Turkey, Albania and Bosnia / Herzogovina till now. He is 35 years old and was appointed as the ambassador (with residence in Ankara) in 2004.
Mikheil Saakashvili, the president of Georgia introduced Grigol Mgaloblishvili, to the Parliamentary majority today. The meeting between the President of Georgia and MPs is in process in the Presidential residence of Avlabari at the moment.
Grigol (Gega) Mgaloblishvili has served as the ambassador of Georgia to Turkey, Albania and Bosnia / Herzogovina till now. He is 35 years old and was appointed as the ambassador (with residence in Ankara) in 2004.
Sergey Mironov – OSCE Monitors Do Nothing in South Ossetia
According to the statement of the Chairman of the Council of Federation of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation Sergey Mironov OSCE observers can not cope with its commitments in south Ossetia. Utro.ru reports regarding this.
‘I think that OSCE observers and peacekeepers are doing nothing in this zone which may cause aggravation of the situation.’ – Mironov stated to the journalists.
‘As for our peacekeepers, they carry out effectively its commitments in light of guaranteeing peace and stabilization.’ – Mironov remarked.
It is to notice that Tskhinvali forbade OSCE monitors to operate on de facto territory.
‘I think that OSCE observers and peacekeepers are doing nothing in this zone which may cause aggravation of the situation.’ – Mironov stated to the journalists.
‘As for our peacekeepers, they carry out effectively its commitments in light of guaranteeing peace and stabilization.’ – Mironov remarked.
It is to notice that Tskhinvali forbade OSCE monitors to operate on de facto territory.
MIA of Georgia Denies Information Concerning Redeployment of Georgian Special Units towards So Called Border Zone
MIA of Georgia categorically denies the information concerning redeployment of Georgian special units toward so called border zone.
The head of Analytical department of MIA Shota Utiashvili stated the following to GeorgiaNews.
‘The Units of MIA which have been stationed by now in this region are deployed there. Georgian police cooperate closely with EU monitors.’ -Shota Utiashvili remarked.
Sokhumi declares that MIA of Georgia have deployed special military unit towards so called border to carry out acts of sabotage.
According to Sergey Shamba, de facto Minister of Foreign Affairs of Abkhazia, units’ Forest Brothers’ and White Legion ‘are in so called state zone to help the special units.
The head of Analytical department of MIA Shota Utiashvili stated the following to GeorgiaNews.
‘The Units of MIA which have been stationed by now in this region are deployed there. Georgian police cooperate closely with EU monitors.’ -Shota Utiashvili remarked.
Sokhumi declares that MIA of Georgia have deployed special military unit towards so called border to carry out acts of sabotage.
According to Sergey Shamba, de facto Minister of Foreign Affairs of Abkhazia, units’ Forest Brothers’ and White Legion ‘are in so called state zone to help the special units.
US Largest Trade Delegation Visiting Georgia
United States Commerce Deputy Secretary John Sullivan is in Tbilisi.
As GeorgiaNews was reported by US Embassy to Georgia, executives of eighteen United States businesses represent the largest US trade delegation in Georgia.
Today Business venture will be opened in hotel ‘Courtyard Marriott’ at 09:00.
Georgian Prime Minister and Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) president will form joint document at 10:00.
While in Tbilisi Deputy Secretary Sullivan will meet governmental leaders, learn about Georgia’s reconstruction needs, visit joint Georgian- American business ventures, and host a Business Summit to help U.S. companies explore trade and investment opportunities in Georgia.
Other delegation participants will include Robert A. Mosbacher Jr., the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Overseas Private Investment Corporation, Larry Walther, the Director of United States Trade and Development Agency, Jack McDougle, Deputy Under Secretary for Economic Affairs in the Department of Commerce, and Paul B. Dyck, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Europe in the Department of Commerce.
The delegation will leave Georgia tomorrow on October 28.
As GeorgiaNews was reported by US Embassy to Georgia, executives of eighteen United States businesses represent the largest US trade delegation in Georgia.
Today Business venture will be opened in hotel ‘Courtyard Marriott’ at 09:00.
Georgian Prime Minister and Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) president will form joint document at 10:00.
While in Tbilisi Deputy Secretary Sullivan will meet governmental leaders, learn about Georgia’s reconstruction needs, visit joint Georgian- American business ventures, and host a Business Summit to help U.S. companies explore trade and investment opportunities in Georgia.
Other delegation participants will include Robert A. Mosbacher Jr., the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Overseas Private Investment Corporation, Larry Walther, the Director of United States Trade and Development Agency, Jack McDougle, Deputy Under Secretary for Economic Affairs in the Department of Commerce, and Paul B. Dyck, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Europe in the Department of Commerce.
The delegation will leave Georgia tomorrow on October 28.
Majority of Georgian Respondents Back John McCain
404 respondents participated in the social survey of Kviris Palitra, edition of October 20 -23. The results to the question: ‘Which US presidential candidate do you back?’ look like this:
1. John McCain – 47.2
2. Barack Obama – 25.1
3. I have no answer – 17.7
1. John McCain – 47.2
2. Barack Obama – 25.1
3. I have no answer – 17.7
Mikheil Saakashvili to Visit Baku Today, October 24
Georgian president Mikheil Saakashvili will visit Baku today, October 24.
As NewsGeorgia was informed by president’s administration, Mikheil Saakashvili will attend official ceremony of Illham Aliyev’s inauguration in Azerbaijan. The ceremony will be held in Heydar Aliyev’s hall.
President will get back to Georgia today.
As NewsGeorgia was informed by president’s administration, Mikheil Saakashvili will attend official ceremony of Illham Aliyev’s inauguration in Azerbaijan. The ceremony will be held in Heydar Aliyev’s hall.
President will get back to Georgia today.
EU Delegation To Visit Russia Today
Perspectives of restoring negotiations regarding new basis agreement between Russia and EU will be discussed in Moscow on 24-25 October. ‘Interfax’ informs about it based on information of European Commission press service in Russia.
EP delegation will be chaired by EU-Russia Parliamentary cooperation committee chairwoman Ria Oomen-Ruijten. MEPs will meet with Russian colleagues.
‘Both sides expressed strive to restore work during our visit to Russia in March. We intend to visit Russia to assess our relations regarding the recent events, to discuss how to work in future’, - Ria Oomen-Ruijten stated.
EP delegation will be chaired by EU-Russia Parliamentary cooperation committee chairwoman Ria Oomen-Ruijten. MEPs will meet with Russian colleagues.
‘Both sides expressed strive to restore work during our visit to Russia in March. We intend to visit Russia to assess our relations regarding the recent events, to discuss how to work in future’, - Ria Oomen-Ruijten stated.
Round Table to be Held Regarding Free Trade Agreement between Georgia and Turkey Today, October 24
Round table will be held regarding free trade agreement between Georgia and Turkey today.
As NewsGeorgia was informed by the ministry of economics developments, Turkey delegation and Georgian business, exporter companies representative will attend the meeting.
Participants of the measure will discuss the issue of simplifying free trade regime between Turkey and Georgia.
As NewsGeorgia was informed by the ministry of economics developments, Turkey delegation and Georgian business, exporter companies representative will attend the meeting.
Participants of the measure will discuss the issue of simplifying free trade regime between Turkey and Georgia.
Giorgi Baramidze to Hold Final Meeting with NATO Evaluation Mission
Vice Prime Minister Giorgi Baramidze will hold final meeting with NATO evaluation mission in chancellery.
The mission visited Georgia to assess IPAP on October 20.
IPAP is assessed by NATO experts annually. The delegation held meetings with foreign and defense ministries. NATO evaluation mission will meet with NATO integration state commission.
The mission visited Georgia to assess IPAP on October 20.
IPAP is assessed by NATO experts annually. The delegation held meetings with foreign and defense ministries. NATO evaluation mission will meet with NATO integration state commission.
Russian Duma Intends Discussion of Possibility to Ratify Friendship Agreement with Abkhazia and South Ossetia
Russian Duma is going to discuss possibility of ratification of friendship agreement with Abkhazia and South Ossetia.
As ‘Ria Novosti’ informs, Duma committee members don’t exclude the above mentioned issue to be discussed by Duma at the session today, October 23.
Russian president Dmitry Medvedev represented agreement about cooperation and friendship with Abkhazia and South Ossetia to Duma for discussion and gave recommendation to discuss the ratification issue on a priority basis.
As ‘Ria Novosti’ informs, Duma committee members don’t exclude the above mentioned issue to be discussed by Duma at the session today, October 23.
Russian president Dmitry Medvedev represented agreement about cooperation and friendship with Abkhazia and South Ossetia to Duma for discussion and gave recommendation to discuss the ratification issue on a priority basis.
Vano Merabishvili to Answer Questions regarding Russian-Georgian Conflict by Online Regime
As the press centre of MIA of Georgia reports –today, on October 23 from 15:00 to 18:00 pm, persons interested will be able to put questions regarding Russian-Georgian armed conflict to the Minister of Internal Affairs of Georgia Ivane Merabishvili on the public forum http://www.forum.mia.gov.ge/. The Minister of Internal Affairs of Georgia will reply to them by online regime.
Interested persons will also have the opportunity of visiting public forum of MIA by clicking on the banner which is posted on the official site www.police.ge of the Ministry of Interior.
Registration is required in order to receive authorization of the above mentioned the public forum.
Interested persons will also have the opportunity of visiting public forum of MIA by clicking on the banner which is posted on the official site www.police.ge of the Ministry of Interior.
Registration is required in order to receive authorization of the above mentioned the public forum.
Maradona To Visit Tbilisi on October 22
Legend of Argentinean football Diego Armando Maradona and his friends will visit Tbilisi on October 22.
Niko Patarkaliashvili, initiator of this event, stated about it in ‘Sheraton Metekhi Palace’ on press conference yesterday.
‘We wanted to hold four national tournament on October 20-26 in Tbilisi on ‘Maradona Cup’. Uruguay, Argentine, Brazil and Georgian youth teams would take part in it. Maradona would give award the winners, but it was impossible to hold the tournament due to eminent August events. We plan to hold the tournament in June next year’, - Patarkaliashvili stated.
He says that Maradona will visit Tbilisi with his friends on October 22 and the match will be held on October 25, where Maradona’s friend team will meet with Georgian veterans’ team.
The ticket will cost from 10 to 150 GEL. Argentineans will leave Georgia on October 27, though Maradona may head to his homeland earlier.
Niko Patarkaliashvili, initiator of this event, stated about it in ‘Sheraton Metekhi Palace’ on press conference yesterday.
‘We wanted to hold four national tournament on October 20-26 in Tbilisi on ‘Maradona Cup’. Uruguay, Argentine, Brazil and Georgian youth teams would take part in it. Maradona would give award the winners, but it was impossible to hold the tournament due to eminent August events. We plan to hold the tournament in June next year’, - Patarkaliashvili stated.
He says that Maradona will visit Tbilisi with his friends on October 22 and the match will be held on October 25, where Maradona’s friend team will meet with Georgian veterans’ team.
The ticket will cost from 10 to 150 GEL. Argentineans will leave Georgia on October 27, though Maradona may head to his homeland earlier.
Refugees Who Attacked Office of ‘Movement for United Georgia’ Remain in Building
Refugees who attacked office of ‘Movement for United Georgia’ remain in the building.
As InterpressNews was informed by one of the leaders Eka Beselia, the party members are not enabled to enter the building of the party.
She says that they party is going to inform about it to diplomatic corps representatives.
Beselia expressed dissatisfaction against TV companies that they covered the incident as confrontation between the refugees and not as – set up by the government.
‘Refugees from Liakhvi Gorge and one party member are damaged in the incident that took place yesterday. One was hospitalized’ – She stated.
Beselia considers that Liakhvi Gorge deputy Badri Basiashvili must take responsibility on the incident, ‘Who leaded refugees from Liakhvi gorge to enter private property’.
As InterpressNews was informed by one of the leaders Eka Beselia, the party members are not enabled to enter the building of the party.
She says that they party is going to inform about it to diplomatic corps representatives.
Beselia expressed dissatisfaction against TV companies that they covered the incident as confrontation between the refugees and not as – set up by the government.
‘Refugees from Liakhvi Gorge and one party member are damaged in the incident that took place yesterday. One was hospitalized’ – She stated.
Beselia considers that Liakhvi Gorge deputy Badri Basiashvili must take responsibility on the incident, ‘Who leaded refugees from Liakhvi gorge to enter private property’.
Russian Duma Intends Discussion of Possibility to Ratify Friendship Agreement with Abkhazia and South Ossetia
Russian Duma is going to discuss possibility of ratification of friendship agreement with Abkhazia and South Ossetia.
As ‘Ria Novosti’ informs, Duma committee members don’t exclude the above mentioned issue to be discussed by Duma on the nearest session to be held on October 23.
Russian president Dmitry Medvedev represented agreement about cooperation and friendship with Abkhazia and South Ossetia to Duma for discussion
As ‘Ria Novosti’ informs, Duma committee members don’t exclude the above mentioned issue to be discussed by Duma on the nearest session to be held on October 23.
Russian president Dmitry Medvedev represented agreement about cooperation and friendship with Abkhazia and South Ossetia to Duma for discussion
Netherlands TV Company Operator Stan Storimans Killed by Russian Cluster Bomb
Operator of TV Company of Netherlands Stan Storimans died in Gori during Russian aggression with Russian cluster bomb. Foreign Ministry of Netherlands published results of investigation. ‘Ria Novosti’ informs about it.
According to information spread in Hague, unit of cluster bomb was targeted by missile used only in Russian armed forces.
Special investigation group made this conclusion.
Stan Storimans died in Gori on August 12.
According to information spread in Hague, unit of cluster bomb was targeted by missile used only in Russian armed forces.
Special investigation group made this conclusion.
Stan Storimans died in Gori on August 12.
Training in Framework of OSCE Mission ‘Developing Institutional Assistance Program’ to be Held
Training will be provided to Finance Ministry tax service staff in the framework of OSCE mission ‘Developing Institutional Assistance Program’. Training theme is ‘Risk Management’.
As InterpressNews was informed by Finance Ministry, different actual issues would be discussed on the training and it will last till October 31.
‘Developing Institional Assistance Program’ is a part of memorandum formed between Georgian finance ministry and OSCE mission to Georgia that was signed on June 2 this year. Seminars and trainings will be held in 2008-2009.
As InterpressNews was informed by Finance Ministry, different actual issues would be discussed on the training and it will last till October 31.
‘Developing Institional Assistance Program’ is a part of memorandum formed between Georgian finance ministry and OSCE mission to Georgia that was signed on June 2 this year. Seminars and trainings will be held in 2008-2009.
Oil Price Increased Worldwide
Oil price has increased in 3%. Agency ‘Reuter’ informs about it.
Brent Crude Oil price increased to 72, 03 (+2, 43) dollars per barrel on market yesterday.
Prce of Light Sweet Crude was at 74,25 dollars per barrel (+2,40) at London stock exchange
Brent Crude Oil price increased to 72, 03 (+2, 43) dollars per barrel on market yesterday.
Prce of Light Sweet Crude was at 74,25 dollars per barrel (+2,40) at London stock exchange
Delegates from Austria, Cypress, Latvia and Belgium, to Pay Official Visit to Georgian Police Academy of MIA
As the press centre of the Ministry of Defense of Georgia reports-‘‘On 22-23 October of the current year the conference with slogan- "the partnership of Georgian Police Academy with the Association of European Police Colleges within the framework of European co-operation policy" will be performed under the patronage of Police Academy of the Ministry of Interior. The conference will be performed in the attendance of the representatives of member states from the association of European Police Colleges. The above mentioned association has united more than 50 leading police academies throughout Europe. It’s also notable that the Rector of Police Academy of MIA, Mrs. khatuna Dekanoidze has been chosen of the post of Vice president of the Association of European Police Colleges.
Within the framework of the event the delegates from Austria, Cypress, Latvia, Belgium, Spain, Montenegro, Sweden, Estonia, and Netherlands will pay an official visit to Georgian Police Academy of the Ministry of Interior. During the visit the belateral agreement will be signed between Georgia Police Academy of MIA and State Police College of Latvia.
On October 22 together with the invited delegates from the "Association of European Police Colleges" the representatives from French and American Embassies also from the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Georgia, will attend the scheduled conference which will be held in "Tbilisi Marriott". On October 23rd the meeting of executive committee of the association of European Police Colleges will be conducted with the attendance of the AEPC President, Mr. Maurice Petite, the Rector of Georgian Police Academy of MIA and the Vice – President of AEPC, Mrs, Khatia Dekanoidze, the Rector of Latvian Police College, Iagars Evardson, the Rector of Austrian Security Academy, Mr. Norbert Leitner, also the rectors from Police Academies of Austria, Poland and Sweden.
The above mentioned event can be estimated as an important step of progress aiming to intensify bilateral relations in the sphere of co-operation between police educational institutions and law enforcement agencies throughout Europe. ‘
Within the framework of the event the delegates from Austria, Cypress, Latvia, Belgium, Spain, Montenegro, Sweden, Estonia, and Netherlands will pay an official visit to Georgian Police Academy of the Ministry of Interior. During the visit the belateral agreement will be signed between Georgia Police Academy of MIA and State Police College of Latvia.
On October 22 together with the invited delegates from the "Association of European Police Colleges" the representatives from French and American Embassies also from the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Georgia, will attend the scheduled conference which will be held in "Tbilisi Marriott". On October 23rd the meeting of executive committee of the association of European Police Colleges will be conducted with the attendance of the AEPC President, Mr. Maurice Petite, the Rector of Georgian Police Academy of MIA and the Vice – President of AEPC, Mrs, Khatia Dekanoidze, the Rector of Latvian Police College, Iagars Evardson, the Rector of Austrian Security Academy, Mr. Norbert Leitner, also the rectors from Police Academies of Austria, Poland and Sweden.
The above mentioned event can be estimated as an important step of progress aiming to intensify bilateral relations in the sphere of co-operation between police educational institutions and law enforcement agencies throughout Europe. ‘
Unknown Civilians Who Stormed Into In Sequestrated Office of Irakli Okruashvili on Atoneli Street A Few Minutes Ago Appeared to be IDPs from Liakhvi G
Unknown civilians who ran into the sequestrated office of Irakli Okruashvili on Atoneli Street a few minutes ago appeared to be IDPs.
Badri Basiashvili, MP of Liakhvi Gorge is at the place of the incident. As the IDPs declared they had nowhere to go. Before their storming in the office, several IDPs families were settled there.
During confrontation the cameras video cameras, microphones and video cassettes of the journalists of Rustavi 2 and Imedi were taken away. The journalists demand their things back but without any results till now.
Temur Grigalashvili, the head of city police is at the place of incident.
The incident developed after 50 civilians stormed into the Sequestrated office of Irakli Okruashvili on Atoneli Street today evening.
Before, as Eka Beselia, the leader of the Movement United Georgia stated to the correspondent of InterpressNews at the scene of the incident, 50 people civilians ran in the building a few minutes ago.
As Eka Beselia declared they tried to move IDPs from the building with force.
Badri Basiashvili, MP of Liakhvi Gorge is at the place of the incident. As the IDPs declared they had nowhere to go. Before their storming in the office, several IDPs families were settled there.
During confrontation the cameras video cameras, microphones and video cassettes of the journalists of Rustavi 2 and Imedi were taken away. The journalists demand their things back but without any results till now.
Temur Grigalashvili, the head of city police is at the place of incident.
The incident developed after 50 civilians stormed into the Sequestrated office of Irakli Okruashvili on Atoneli Street today evening.
Before, as Eka Beselia, the leader of the Movement United Georgia stated to the correspondent of InterpressNews at the scene of the incident, 50 people civilians ran in the building a few minutes ago.
As Eka Beselia declared they tried to move IDPs from the building with force.
Sergey Ivanov – Russian Black Sea Fleet Ready to Vacate its naval Base in Sevastopol in 2017
Russian Black Sea Fleet is ready to vacate its naval base in Sevastopol. Russian vice primer Sergey Ivanov stated to BBC about it.
Sergei Ivanov said Russia would seek to renew its lease on the Crimean port, but will move the Fleet if it cannot.
Asked if he could envisage the Fleet not being based in the Crimea - its home for the last 225 years - Mr Ivanov, Prime Minister Vladimir Putin's number two who oversees Russia's military and industry he said:
‘Yes I can imagine that easily after 2017. Why not, if the Ukrainian government then in power decides not to prolong the lease?’
Mr Ivanov mounted a robust defence of Russian action in Georgia and strongly criticized Nato's expansion eastwards. He dismissed America's claims that its plans for a missile defence shield in Europe are to protect it from Iran and North Korea.
Sergei Ivanov said Russia would seek to renew its lease on the Crimean port, but will move the Fleet if it cannot.
Asked if he could envisage the Fleet not being based in the Crimea - its home for the last 225 years - Mr Ivanov, Prime Minister Vladimir Putin's number two who oversees Russia's military and industry he said:
‘Yes I can imagine that easily after 2017. Why not, if the Ukrainian government then in power decides not to prolong the lease?’
Mr Ivanov mounted a robust defence of Russian action in Georgia and strongly criticized Nato's expansion eastwards. He dismissed America's claims that its plans for a missile defence shield in Europe are to protect it from Iran and North Korea.
The Presidents of the US, France and European Commission Discussed Global Financial Crisis
The presidents of the US, France and the European Commission discussed global financial crisis – BBC informs.
The leaders of the states have unveiled plans for a series of summits to discuss the global financial crisis.
‘It was decided on the meeting that they will meet next week with other leaders to agree about the summit of global economic problems’, - the announcement linked with George Bush, Nicola Sarkozy and Jose Manuel Barroso states.
The leaders of the states have unveiled plans for a series of summits to discuss the global financial crisis.
‘It was decided on the meeting that they will meet next week with other leaders to agree about the summit of global economic problems’, - the announcement linked with George Bush, Nicola Sarkozy and Jose Manuel Barroso states.
USA State Secretary Assistant Daniel Fried is in Georgia
USA State Secretary Assistant Daniel Fried is in Georgia.
As newsgeorgia was informed by US embassy in Georgia, Fried will hold meetings with governmental representatives. Meeting with President Mikheil Saakashvili is planned. Daniel Fried will probably visit Gori today.
USA State Secretary Assistant will leave Tbilisi on Monday, in the second half of the day.
According to the early information, he will hold press conference in airport before leaving.
Daniel Fried visited Georgia yesterday.
As newsgeorgia was informed by US embassy in Georgia, Fried will hold meetings with governmental representatives. Meeting with President Mikheil Saakashvili is planned. Daniel Fried will probably visit Gori today.
USA State Secretary Assistant will leave Tbilisi on Monday, in the second half of the day.
According to the early information, he will hold press conference in airport before leaving.
Daniel Fried visited Georgia yesterday.
Abkhazians Opened Fire to Khurcha
Abkhazian side opened fire from Gali region village Nabakevi to Khurcha at 05:00. Shootings continued for several minutes.
Shootings restored at 07:00 from Abkhazian side. They fired from guns and grenade launchers. One shell fell in the yard of local resident. The house was significantly damaged, though there are not injuries.
There is peace in village Khurcha. In spite of the incident, local population is not going to leave the village. Georgian side states that this is provocation from Abkhazian side.
Shootings restored at 07:00 from Abkhazian side. They fired from guns and grenade launchers. One shell fell in the yard of local resident. The house was significantly damaged, though there are not injuries.
There is peace in village Khurcha. In spite of the incident, local population is not going to leave the village. Georgian side states that this is provocation from Abkhazian side.
Russian Diplomats Had to Excuse for Shamba’s Conduct in Geneva
Russian delegation had to excuse for conduct of Abkhazian de-facto foreign minister Sergey Shamba.
Paper ‘Komersant’ writes about it and calls it ‘Solemn Scandal’.
According to the newspaper, Shamba demanded to give independent status to Sokhumi and Tskhinvali representatives and take Georgian language from official document of measures.
This demand from Abkhazian side resulted in noisy discussion between Russian diplomats and Shamba.
Paper ‘Komersant’ writes about it and calls it ‘Solemn Scandal’.
According to the newspaper, Shamba demanded to give independent status to Sokhumi and Tskhinvali representatives and take Georgian language from official document of measures.
This demand from Abkhazian side resulted in noisy discussion between Russian diplomats and Shamba.
Aleksandre Lukashenko – It is Necessary to Form New Agreement of European Security
It has become clear after Georgian-South Ossetian conflict, that new European Security agreement must be formed.
Byelorussia president Aleksandre Lukashenko stated about it today – ‘belta’ informs.
‘Global and European Security architecture appeared to be ineffective and recent events of Caucasus prove it’, - the president stated.
He says that the West will not stop its attempts – to force the world into one polar world.
‘NATO makes new dividing lines in Europe and this course in global crisis conditions will not stop’, Lukashenko considers.
Byelorussia president Aleksandre Lukashenko stated about it today – ‘belta’ informs.
‘Global and European Security architecture appeared to be ineffective and recent events of Caucasus prove it’, - the president stated.
He says that the West will not stop its attempts – to force the world into one polar world.
‘NATO makes new dividing lines in Europe and this course in global crisis conditions will not stop’, Lukashenko considers.
Russia Broadens Ministry Apparatus of the Regions to Help Abkhazia and co called South Ossetia
Russian federation broadens apparatus of the regions to help Abkhazia and the so called South Ossetia.
Interfax informs that Russian federation vice primer Dmitry Kozak stated about it.
‘The ministry has significant task that appeared a while ago. It is already decided that additional workers will be received to the ministry to help Abkhazia and South Ossetia’, - Kozak stated while presenting new head of the ministry Viktor Basargin.
Interfax informs that Russian federation vice primer Dmitry Kozak stated about it.
‘The ministry has significant task that appeared a while ago. It is already decided that additional workers will be received to the ministry to help Abkhazia and South Ossetia’, - Kozak stated while presenting new head of the ministry Viktor Basargin.
Oil Price Decreased Worldwide
Oil price has decreased worldwide. Newsgeorgia was reported by the Union of Producers, Customers and Importers of Oil Products.
According to the Union, on October 16, 2008, IPE Brent Crude oil price equaled 70,80.55 (-3, 73) dollars per barrel at London and New York markets, while price of Light Sweet Crude was at 74,54 (-4, 09) dollars per barrel.
According to the Union, on October 16, 2008, IPE Brent Crude oil price equaled 70,80.55 (-3, 73) dollars per barrel at London and New York markets, while price of Light Sweet Crude was at 74,54 (-4, 09) dollars per barrel.
Russian Soldiers Injured Head of Abkhazian Militia of Gali Lower Zone Villages Besik Chkonia
There were shootings heard in Gali region village Otobaia yesterday.
Head of Abkhazian militia of Gali lower zone villages Besik Chkonia entered base of Russian soldiers. Chkonia had a container on the territory of the base, where he kept nuts taken from Georgian population, though Russian soldiers didn’t let him take the container. This was reason of armed confrontation.
Russian soldiers injured Besik Chkonia in belly and threw out of the base territory as they thought he was dead, though, Chkonia was taken to Nabakevi hospital by local population and then to Gali region hospital.
He is in critical situation.
Head of Abkhazian militia of Gali lower zone villages Besik Chkonia entered base of Russian soldiers. Chkonia had a container on the territory of the base, where he kept nuts taken from Georgian population, though Russian soldiers didn’t let him take the container. This was reason of armed confrontation.
Russian soldiers injured Besik Chkonia in belly and threw out of the base territory as they thought he was dead, though, Chkonia was taken to Nabakevi hospital by local population and then to Gali region hospital.
He is in critical situation.
Session of Georgian Government to be Held Today
The session of Georgian Government will be held today, October 16.
The press centre of Chancellery of Government reported InterpressNews regarding this.
The issues for discussion at the session are not known yet. Lado Gurgenidze, the Premier-Minister of Georgia, will presumably submit a report on his visit in Washington.
The session is due to start at 17:00pm
The press centre of Chancellery of Government reported InterpressNews regarding this.
The issues for discussion at the session are not known yet. Lado Gurgenidze, the Premier-Minister of Georgia, will presumably submit a report on his visit in Washington.
The session is due to start at 17:00pm
Certain Territories of Shida Kartli Remain Occupied for October 10
Certain territories of Shida Kartli remain occupied for October 10.
Russian occupational troops and Ossetian separatists control over Liakhvi and Frone gorges.
No Georgian manages to enter in 9 villages of Didi Liakhvi Gorge, 4 villages of Patara Liakhvi and several villages of Frone Gorge.
Russians make no comment on the above-mentioned territories.
Russian occupational troops and Ossetian separatists control over Liakhvi and Frone gorges.
No Georgian manages to enter in 9 villages of Didi Liakhvi Gorge, 4 villages of Patara Liakhvi and several villages of Frone Gorge.
Russians make no comment on the above-mentioned territories.
OSCE Mission Supports Skopje Study Trip For Georgian Anti –trafficking Practitioners
Representatives of the Georgian government and non-governmental organizations engaged in the fight against trafficking in human beings are taking part in an OSCE Mission-supported study tour to Skopje which ends today.
Representatives of the Georgian State Fund for Protection and Assistance of the Victims of Trafficking, the Prosecutor’s Office, the Constitutional Court and Public Defender’s Office, as well as other anti-trafficking practitioners met with counterparts from the Interior Ministry, the Justice Ministry, the National Commission to Combat Human Trafficking and Illegal Migration, local NGOs and international organizations. They discussed up-to-date approaches to fighting trafficking in human beings and identifying and assisting victims.
"The Mission, in co-operation with other international organizations, supports the Georgian Government and NGOs in developing and implementing an effective framework for anti-trafficking activities that is in line with OSCE anti-trafficking commitments and focuses on protecting the human rights of victims," said Inkeri Aarnio-Lwoff, head of the human dimension office in the OSCE Mission to Georgia.
The OSCE Mission is promoting the implementation of the 2007-2008 National Action Plan against Human Trafficking, which was developed by the Government and NGO representatives with OSCE support, as well as assisting in preparing a new plan for 2009-2010.
Representatives of the Georgian State Fund for Protection and Assistance of the Victims of Trafficking, the Prosecutor’s Office, the Constitutional Court and Public Defender’s Office, as well as other anti-trafficking practitioners met with counterparts from the Interior Ministry, the Justice Ministry, the National Commission to Combat Human Trafficking and Illegal Migration, local NGOs and international organizations. They discussed up-to-date approaches to fighting trafficking in human beings and identifying and assisting victims.
"The Mission, in co-operation with other international organizations, supports the Georgian Government and NGOs in developing and implementing an effective framework for anti-trafficking activities that is in line with OSCE anti-trafficking commitments and focuses on protecting the human rights of victims," said Inkeri Aarnio-Lwoff, head of the human dimension office in the OSCE Mission to Georgia.
The OSCE Mission is promoting the implementation of the 2007-2008 National Action Plan against Human Trafficking, which was developed by the Government and NGO representatives with OSCE support, as well as assisting in preparing a new plan for 2009-2010.
Peter Semneby – Bernard Kushner’s Visit to Conflict Zone Today is Symbolical
Peter Semneby, EU special representative for the South Caucasus, calls symbolical Bernard Kushner’s visit to conflict zone today.
‘As it is known, today is the deadline of withdrawal of Russian troops; therefore, the visit has a symbolical meaning.’ – Peter Semneby remarked.
Though, EU special representative for the south Caucasus underlined that in this case, we talked over the withdrawal of Russian troops from the nearby territories of Abkhazia and so called south Ossetia not from Akhalgori and Kodori Gorge.
‘As it is known, today is the deadline of withdrawal of Russian troops; therefore, the visit has a symbolical meaning.’ – Peter Semneby remarked.
Though, EU special representative for the south Caucasus underlined that in this case, we talked over the withdrawal of Russian troops from the nearby territories of Abkhazia and so called south Ossetia not from Akhalgori and Kodori Gorge.
Bernard Kushner to Meet with Georgian President in Batumi
France foreign minister Bernard Kushner arrived in Georgia yesterday evening. His visit aims at observing fulfillment of Russian commitments.
Bernard Kushner has already set out for Gori today morning and will observe situation in South Ossetian zone with EU observation mission car.
Kushner will return to Tbilisi after this and hold meetings. French minister will go to Batumi at about 16:00 where meeting between him and Georgian president will be held.
After meeting with the president, joint announcement will probably be made. Bernard Kushner will return to his homeland from Batumi.
Bernard Kushner has already set out for Gori today morning and will observe situation in South Ossetian zone with EU observation mission car.
Kushner will return to Tbilisi after this and hold meetings. French minister will go to Batumi at about 16:00 where meeting between him and Georgian president will be held.
After meeting with the president, joint announcement will probably be made. Bernard Kushner will return to his homeland from Batumi.
Ukrainian and Azerbaijanian Presidents not to Take Part In Meeting of CIS States Leaders
Ukrainian and Azerbaijanian presidents will not take part in CIS states leader meeting held today, October 10.
‘Interfax’ was informed about it by Kyrgyzstan ambassador to CIS and Byelorussia Lidia Imanalieva.
Ukraine will be represented by Security Council Secretary Raisa Bogatirova, Azerbaijan will be represented by prime minister Artur Rasizade.
Illham Aliyev can not visit the meeting due to presidential election held on October 15, Victor Yushchenko – due to snap parliamentary elections.
‘Interfax’ was informed about it by Kyrgyzstan ambassador to CIS and Byelorussia Lidia Imanalieva.
Ukraine will be represented by Security Council Secretary Raisa Bogatirova, Azerbaijan will be represented by prime minister Artur Rasizade.
Illham Aliyev can not visit the meeting due to presidential election held on October 15, Victor Yushchenko – due to snap parliamentary elections.
Switzerland Agreed to Defend Russia's Interests in Georgia
Switzerland will defend Russia's interests in Georgia. After the official break up of diplomatic relationships between Tbilisi and Moscow, a third state will take care of Russian citizens. On Russia's demand, representatives of the official Stockholm will carry out this mission.
Switzerland agrees to defend Russian Federation's diplomatic interests in Georgia, although is not eligible to provide consulate services yet. Russian Federation sent the appeal to Switzerland few days ago. Before reaching the agreement between the parties the Swiss embassy will not provide consulate services and issuing visas in Georgia.
The diplomatic ties between Russia and Georgia broke up after the armed conflict in August.
Switzerland agrees to defend Russian Federation's diplomatic interests in Georgia, although is not eligible to provide consulate services yet. Russian Federation sent the appeal to Switzerland few days ago. Before reaching the agreement between the parties the Swiss embassy will not provide consulate services and issuing visas in Georgia.
The diplomatic ties between Russia and Georgia broke up after the armed conflict in August.
European Monitors are waiting for Starting Pullout Process of Russian Military Units from Kareli region
European monitors are waiting for the starting of the process of pullout of Russian military units from Kareli region.
The process of the pullout ahs not launched yet. The Russians are obliged to leave the village Nadarbazevi and Netzykeri today, October 6.
Russians are still maintaining control on the 12-kilometer long security zone
and several villages of the Kareli region.
The process of the pullout ahs not launched yet. The Russians are obliged to leave the village Nadarbazevi and Netzykeri today, October 6.
Russians are still maintaining control on the 12-kilometer long security zone
and several villages of the Kareli region.
Delegation of Belgian Businessmen to Meet Representatives of Georgian Companies Today, October 6
The delegation of Belgian businessmen, interested in deepening business relationship with Georgian partners, will visit Tbilisi today, October 6.
As InterpressNews was reported in the Chamber of Commerce of Georgia, the visit of the delegation will last two days. The delegation is staffed out of 6 representatives of the 6 different Belgian companies.
The meeting between the Belgian delegation and the Georgian counter partners will be held in Country Yard Marriott today, October 6. The forum will be opened by Jemal Inaishvili, the president of the Chamber of Commerce of Georgia.
Georgian successful companies will represent the Georgian side at the forum
As InterpressNews was reported in the Chamber of Commerce of Georgia, the visit of the delegation will last two days. The delegation is staffed out of 6 representatives of the 6 different Belgian companies.
The meeting between the Belgian delegation and the Georgian counter partners will be held in Country Yard Marriott today, October 6. The forum will be opened by Jemal Inaishvili, the president of the Chamber of Commerce of Georgia.
Georgian successful companies will represent the Georgian side at the forum
Vladimir Gurgenidze to Visit Kakheti Today, October 4
The premier-minister Vladimir Gurgenidze will visit Kakheti today, October 4.
InterpressNews was reported regarding this in the press centre of the chancellery of the Government.
In the framework of his visit, the premier-minister will get acquainted with the results of the vintage of this year.
Vladimir Gurgenidze will visit the wine factory in Kakheti as well.
InterpressNews was reported regarding this in the press centre of the chancellery of the Government.
In the framework of his visit, the premier-minister will get acquainted with the results of the vintage of this year.
Vladimir Gurgenidze will visit the wine factory in Kakheti as well.
Luis Maria de Puch – Immediate Formula is to be Found for Renewing Political Dialogue between Georgia and Russia
PACE President Luis Maria de Puch stated an immediate formula is to be found for renewing political dialogue between Georgia and Russia.
PACE President made the following statement at the press conference held in Strasbourg. News agency Regnum reports regarding this.
‘Investigation are to be called immediately in order to clear who is responsible for the breaking a war.’ – PACE President Luis Maria de Puch remarked.
The fact, that 2 members of European Council carried out military actions , is the violation of the international law.
PACE President made the following statement at the press conference held in Strasbourg. News agency Regnum reports regarding this.
‘Investigation are to be called immediately in order to clear who is responsible for the breaking a war.’ – PACE President Luis Maria de Puch remarked.
The fact, that 2 members of European Council carried out military actions , is the violation of the international law.
Solana to Visit Georgia Tomorrow, September 30
The European Union's foreign policy chief, Javier Solana, will visit Georgia tomorrow, September 30, to discuss an EU monitoring mission in the Georgia's conflict zones.
In the frame of his visit Javier Solana will hold a meeting with President Mikheil Saakashvili and visit a South Ossetian refugee camp in the city of Gori.
More than 300 European Union staff -- civilian monitors and support – are already in Georgia, and had begun deploying to field offices in western and central Georgia, namely in Tbilisi, Gori , Zugdidi and Poti. The mission launches its work on October 1.
In the frame of his visit Javier Solana will hold a meeting with President Mikheil Saakashvili and visit a South Ossetian refugee camp in the city of Gori.
More than 300 European Union staff -- civilian monitors and support – are already in Georgia, and had begun deploying to field offices in western and central Georgia, namely in Tbilisi, Gori , Zugdidi and Poti. The mission launches its work on October 1.
US Congress Apportions USD 365 Million for Georgia
US Congress apportioned USD 365 million for Georgia. The corresponding resolution was approved by the both houses of Congress and is already sent to US President for signing it.
‘The sum is to serve the economic and humanitarian assistance of Georgia and to undertake energetic reforms‘– is said in the document.
USD 365 Million is the part of 1 billion promised to Georgia by US President and Secretary of State on September 4.Georgia will receive the rest of the amount till the end of the year.
‘The sum is to serve the economic and humanitarian assistance of Georgia and to undertake energetic reforms‘– is said in the document.
USD 365 Million is the part of 1 billion promised to Georgia by US President and Secretary of State on September 4.Georgia will receive the rest of the amount till the end of the year.
Sergey Lavrov Calls UIN to Take Measures to Avoid War Propaganda By Communication Media
Sergey Lavrov, the Foreign Minister of the Russian Federation calls the UN to take measures in order to avoid war propaganda by communication media.
The Foreign Minister of the Russian Federation made the following statement in his speech held at the UN General Assembly on September 27.The news agency Lenta.ru reports regarding this.
‘It is necessary if we want that the truth not to become the first victim of the war again.’ – Sergey Lavrov stated.
Sergey Lavrov underlined that is necessary the charter of the declaration of 1970 to be defended. The charter says: ‘The state is obliged to refrain from propaganda of aggressive military actions.’
Sergey Lavrov remarked the inadequate realization of the reality hamper to resolve the conflict and helps to return the bad practice of ‘Cold War ‘.
The Foreign Minister of the Russian Federation made the following statement in his speech held at the UN General Assembly on September 27.The news agency Lenta.ru reports regarding this.
‘It is necessary if we want that the truth not to become the first victim of the war again.’ – Sergey Lavrov stated.
Sergey Lavrov underlined that is necessary the charter of the declaration of 1970 to be defended. The charter says: ‘The state is obliged to refrain from propaganda of aggressive military actions.’
Sergey Lavrov remarked the inadequate realization of the reality hamper to resolve the conflict and helps to return the bad practice of ‘Cold War ‘.
63rd Session of UN Assembly to Begin in NY
The 63rd session of UN General Assembly began in UN headquarter in New York.More than 120 heads of states and governments will make the speeches at the session. The global issues such as peace and security, combating terrorism, protection of human rights and environment, social and economic development will be discussed at the session. Traditionally general political discussions will be held within the framework of the session.Besides, the issues of UN Security Council’s reforms, activation of General Assembly and AIDS will be discussed.Commons political discussions will begin on September 23 and last till October 1.By the information of UN press service the presidents of Georgia, Brazil, USA, France, Serbia, Argentina, Gabon, Lithuania and Iran will address the opening session of the UN General Assembly. ‘Ukrainian President will be the first from the CIS who will make a speech on September 24. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov will make his speech on September 29’, reports the UN press service.
Sergey Lavrov – Thank God Saakashvili is One and Unique Phenomenon
Recognition of independence of Abkhazia and South Ossetia doesn’t make precedent for Transdnestria and Mountainous Karabakh, declared Sergey Lavrov at the Federation Council today on September 18.
‘Russia will actively take part in arranging all conflicts in the space of CIS peacefully. Besides, it will happen considering international law terms, UN resolutions and considering the previous agreements. We will implement mediator’s mission during the processes of negotiations and it refers directly to the Transdnestria and Mountainous Karabakh’, mentioned Lavrov.
Lavrov declared that Russia isn’t going to use the methods of Georgian government to settle the problems and they aren’t going to bomb peaceful population and peacekeepers.
According to him there is no parallel between these. ‘Thank God, Saakashvili is one and unique phenomenon’, mentioned Lavrov.
The Federation Council’s Session was held today, on September 18. The main issue was international situation referring to Georgian-South Ossetian and Georgian-Abkhazian conflicts and Russian Federation’s role in arranging regional conflicts and the world crisis.
‘Russia will actively take part in arranging all conflicts in the space of CIS peacefully. Besides, it will happen considering international law terms, UN resolutions and considering the previous agreements. We will implement mediator’s mission during the processes of negotiations and it refers directly to the Transdnestria and Mountainous Karabakh’, mentioned Lavrov.
Lavrov declared that Russia isn’t going to use the methods of Georgian government to settle the problems and they aren’t going to bomb peaceful population and peacekeepers.
According to him there is no parallel between these. ‘Thank God, Saakashvili is one and unique phenomenon’, mentioned Lavrov.
The Federation Council’s Session was held today, on September 18. The main issue was international situation referring to Georgian-South Ossetian and Georgian-Abkhazian conflicts and Russian Federation’s role in arranging regional conflicts and the world crisis.
Sergey Lavrov – Georgian Government Tries to Flee from Implementing Frame-Agreement Charges
Georgian Government tries to flee implementing the frame-agreement charges, which considers arranging crisis in Caucasus, declared Sergey Lavrov at the Federation Council.
‘Georgian Government tries to flee from implementing the terms, which were accepted by Russian and French Presidents in Moscow’, declared Sergey Lavrov.
According to him, Georgian Government affirms that they won’t use forces against Abkhazia and South Ossetia and that those republics must be in the boundaries of Georgia.
‘Georgian Government tries to flee from implementing the terms, which were accepted by Russian and French Presidents in Moscow’, declared Sergey Lavrov.
According to him, Georgian Government affirms that they won’t use forces against Abkhazia and South Ossetia and that those republics must be in the boundaries of Georgia.
Meeting of Defense Ministers of NATO Member Countries to be held in London
The meeting of Defense Ministers of NATO member countries will be held in London during two days.
One of the main issues of the discussion will be Russian-Georgian conflict and its consequences for North-Atlantic Alliance.
‘NATO delegation has been in Georgia, where the representative commission was led by Secretary General Jaap de Hoop Scheffer’, mentions the radio ‘Tavisupleba’ (‘Freedom’).
One of the main issues of the discussion will be Russian-Georgian conflict and its consequences for North-Atlantic Alliance.
‘NATO delegation has been in Georgia, where the representative commission was led by Secretary General Jaap de Hoop Scheffer’, mentions the radio ‘Tavisupleba’ (‘Freedom’).
Jaap De Hoop Scheffer States that August Events Can not Influence NATO-Georgian Relations
Jaap De Hoop Scheffer states that August events can not influence NATO-Georgian relations.
This statement was made by NATO Secretary General on a briefing held in Avlabari residence together with Georgian president Mikheil Saakashvili.
He says that he believes to president’s words and recognizes Russian intervention to Georgia, though he welcomes independent investigation that will be undutiful facts regarding August events.
‘Georgia can not do lots of things alone. It will not be able to solve all problems and that’s why EU is mediator in this case. We are not mediators, though our support to Georgia is unequivocal. NATO expressed its attitude to Georgia at the beginning and this attitude was negative. I declare once more that Abkhazia and South Ossetia are parts of Georgia’, - Scheffer stated.
NATO Secretary General also spoke about Ukraine. He states that there is problem in Ukraine like in Georgia. There are problems of ‘Pink coalition’.
Scheffer also stated that Ukraine must respond on the issue of NATO integration as according to Scheffer’s announcement NATO will not force anyone to enter the alliance.
NATO Secretary General left president’s Avlabari residence several minutes ago. NATO Secretary General and NATO Council Members will fly to Brussels.
This statement was made by NATO Secretary General on a briefing held in Avlabari residence together with Georgian president Mikheil Saakashvili.
He says that he believes to president’s words and recognizes Russian intervention to Georgia, though he welcomes independent investigation that will be undutiful facts regarding August events.
‘Georgia can not do lots of things alone. It will not be able to solve all problems and that’s why EU is mediator in this case. We are not mediators, though our support to Georgia is unequivocal. NATO expressed its attitude to Georgia at the beginning and this attitude was negative. I declare once more that Abkhazia and South Ossetia are parts of Georgia’, - Scheffer stated.
NATO Secretary General also spoke about Ukraine. He states that there is problem in Ukraine like in Georgia. There are problems of ‘Pink coalition’.
Scheffer also stated that Ukraine must respond on the issue of NATO integration as according to Scheffer’s announcement NATO will not force anyone to enter the alliance.
NATO Secretary General left president’s Avlabari residence several minutes ago. NATO Secretary General and NATO Council Members will fly to Brussels.
Matthew Bryza – Military Aggression Carried out in Georgia may only Exceed Georgian Integration in NATO
Military aggression carried out in Georgia may only exceed Georgian integration in NATO; this was declared by US Deputy Secretary State Matthew Bryza after the meeting with the ambassadors of NATO and OSCE.
The meeting at ‘Courtyard Marriot’, which was attended by Jap de Hoop Scheffer, was finished several minutes ago.
Russia continues abrogating the six-point agreement, which was reached by the mediation of the President Sarkozy. Russia violates international law terms, namely the resolution of UN’, mentioned US representative of State Department.
According to Bryza, he has already managed to speak with the ambassadors of NATO, who mention that the constructive negotiations are way and significant goals are achieved.
The meeting at ‘Courtyard Marriot’, which was attended by Jap de Hoop Scheffer, was finished several minutes ago.
Russia continues abrogating the six-point agreement, which was reached by the mediation of the President Sarkozy. Russia violates international law terms, namely the resolution of UN’, mentioned US representative of State Department.
According to Bryza, he has already managed to speak with the ambassadors of NATO, who mention that the constructive negotiations are way and significant goals are achieved.
Sergey Lavrov to Admit that ‘Exaggerated Actions’ have Taken Place by Russian Side
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov admitted that ‘exaggerated actions’ have taken place from Russian side.
‘I’m sure the exaggerated actions took place from the both sides. There was warfare and when you see that you are being shot at night you go to help Tskhinvali, your responsive shots mightn’t be defined not to injure some one innocent’, declared Sergey Lavrov after his visits to Abkhazia and South Ossetia.
According to ‘Itar-Tass’, the representative of Foreign Department has declared that ‘Anti-Russian Virus’ has penetrated into Georgian people’s mind.
‘What Saakashvili does, helps anti-Russian virus to penetrate into Georgians. We wouldn’t like to see the same in Russian people’, mentioned Lavrov.
Lavrov called Saakashvili not to distort history, because it’s very dangerous.
‘Russia won’t commit speaking by slogans. No one will be able to assault Russia’, mentioned Lavrov and added that ‘mentioned dirty policy is dirty diplomacy’.
‘I’m sure the exaggerated actions took place from the both sides. There was warfare and when you see that you are being shot at night you go to help Tskhinvali, your responsive shots mightn’t be defined not to injure some one innocent’, declared Sergey Lavrov after his visits to Abkhazia and South Ossetia.
According to ‘Itar-Tass’, the representative of Foreign Department has declared that ‘Anti-Russian Virus’ has penetrated into Georgian people’s mind.
‘What Saakashvili does, helps anti-Russian virus to penetrate into Georgians. We wouldn’t like to see the same in Russian people’, mentioned Lavrov.
Lavrov called Saakashvili not to distort history, because it’s very dangerous.
‘Russia won’t commit speaking by slogans. No one will be able to assault Russia’, mentioned Lavrov and added that ‘mentioned dirty policy is dirty diplomacy’.
World Health Organization Session to be Held in Tbilisi
The 58th session of the European Region’s Committee of World Health Organization’s is held in the hotel of ‘Sheraton Metekhi Palace’ on September 15-18.
As InterpressNews was informed by the Ministry of Health, at the annual session the official entities of 54 countries will discuss the progress achieved in the sphere of Health Care, the development of the system, chronic diseases, children and adult health and the social factors defining the health.
The World Organization General Director Margaret Chan was intended to make a speech at the session today, on September 16, at 09:00 AM. At 16:00 Chan will meet the Prime Minister. The meeting is planned with President Mikhail Saakashvili.
The session will be held from 09:00 till 18:00 every day on September 15-18.
As InterpressNews was informed by the Ministry of Health, at the annual session the official entities of 54 countries will discuss the progress achieved in the sphere of Health Care, the development of the system, chronic diseases, children and adult health and the social factors defining the health.
The World Organization General Director Margaret Chan was intended to make a speech at the session today, on September 16, at 09:00 AM. At 16:00 Chan will meet the Prime Minister. The meeting is planned with President Mikhail Saakashvili.
The session will be held from 09:00 till 18:00 every day on September 15-18.
Tbilisi to Host North-Atlantic Alliance Council’s Session
Tbilisi hosts the session of NATO Council’s.
In two-day limit visit the Secretary General will meet the representatives of Georgian Government, as well as Opposition and NGO. Tomorrow on September 16 he will visit Gori, where he will see the damaged places and population who incurred losses due to the Russian aggression.
Today, on September 16, Jap de Hoop Scheffer will hold a briefing with Mikhail Saakashvili at the Avlabari Residence.
This will be the last arrangement of two-day visit. After this NATO Secretary General and the Ambassadors of 26 countries will leave Georgia.
The airplane of NATO Secretary General landed at Tbilisi international airport on September 15 at 14:20. The representatives and ambassadors of NATO member states arrived together with him. Jap de Hoop Scheffer moved to the hotel ‘Courtyard Marriot’, where the session was held. Scheffer made the preliminary speech at the session.
Jap de Hoop Scheffer and Georgian Prime Minister Lado Gurgenidze held the joint press-conference.
NATO-Georgian frame-agreement was signed yesterday, on September 15. This agreement is considered to be the significant step for Georgia’s integration in NATO.
In two-day limit visit the Secretary General will meet the representatives of Georgian Government, as well as Opposition and NGO. Tomorrow on September 16 he will visit Gori, where he will see the damaged places and population who incurred losses due to the Russian aggression.
Today, on September 16, Jap de Hoop Scheffer will hold a briefing with Mikhail Saakashvili at the Avlabari Residence.
This will be the last arrangement of two-day visit. After this NATO Secretary General and the Ambassadors of 26 countries will leave Georgia.
The airplane of NATO Secretary General landed at Tbilisi international airport on September 15 at 14:20. The representatives and ambassadors of NATO member states arrived together with him. Jap de Hoop Scheffer moved to the hotel ‘Courtyard Marriot’, where the session was held. Scheffer made the preliminary speech at the session.
Jap de Hoop Scheffer and Georgian Prime Minister Lado Gurgenidze held the joint press-conference.
NATO-Georgian frame-agreement was signed yesterday, on September 15. This agreement is considered to be the significant step for Georgia’s integration in NATO.
Sergey Lavrov is Awaited in Tskhinvali Today on September 15
Russian Foreign Minister is awaited in Tskhinvali today, on September 15.
By the existed information, the meetings will be held with the de facto officials and the commander-in-chief of Russian peacekeepers Marat Kulakhmetov.
According to Russian sources, ‘at the meeting all the issues will be discussed which are connected with establishment of diplomatic interrelation, preparation of the decree of commonwealth, military cooperation and mutual assistance’.
As it’s known, the official representative of Russian Foreign Ministry Andrey Nesterenko has declared that the official registration of the agreement with South Ossetia and Abkhazia is planned for next week,
Lavrov will arrive in Tskhinvali from Abkhazia.
By the existed information, the meetings will be held with the de facto officials and the commander-in-chief of Russian peacekeepers Marat Kulakhmetov.
According to Russian sources, ‘at the meeting all the issues will be discussed which are connected with establishment of diplomatic interrelation, preparation of the decree of commonwealth, military cooperation and mutual assistance’.
As it’s known, the official representative of Russian Foreign Ministry Andrey Nesterenko has declared that the official registration of the agreement with South Ossetia and Abkhazia is planned for next week,
Lavrov will arrive in Tskhinvali from Abkhazia.
Vladimir Putin Waiting for Improvement of Relations With USA New Administration
Russian federation prime-minister Vladimir Putin is waiting for improvement of relations with USA new administration. This information is spread by Ria Novosti based on French paper Figaro.
I’m waiting for improvement of relations. They strained our relations and let them improve it’, - Putin stated in interview delivered to French paper ‘Figaro’.
Russian prime minister noted that one of USA politicians, state secretary stated when Lincoln was president that they preferred relations with Russia more than all European states, who added that at least because Russia wanted good for them.
Putin says that when global processes started in the world, Russia and USA appeared to be together.
‘This indicates that united interests are above some disagreements. This was during the first and second world wars. We never forget this in Russia. We want our American partners remember about this’, - Vladimir Putin stated in interview.
I’m waiting for improvement of relations. They strained our relations and let them improve it’, - Putin stated in interview delivered to French paper ‘Figaro’.
Russian prime minister noted that one of USA politicians, state secretary stated when Lincoln was president that they preferred relations with Russia more than all European states, who added that at least because Russia wanted good for them.
Putin says that when global processes started in the world, Russia and USA appeared to be together.
‘This indicates that united interests are above some disagreements. This was during the first and second world wars. We never forget this in Russia. We want our American partners remember about this’, - Vladimir Putin stated in interview.
Poti Free From Russian Occupants
Russian occupants and armored technique left Poti this morning at 18:00 am.
Four armored carriers and three Urals left Nabadi block post. Russian federation flags hoisted on Russian armored carriers.
Urals were loaded by robbed things, furniture and office technique.
After 15 minutes Russian armored technique left one more block post. 6 armored carriers and four Urals left.
Russians started to get ready yesterday late at night. They took containers that were dug and were used to spend night at.
It is not known whether territories where Russians located are safe. Roads to these territories are closed and mine experts will start to work there.
Four armored carriers and three Urals left Nabadi block post. Russian federation flags hoisted on Russian armored carriers.
Urals were loaded by robbed things, furniture and office technique.
After 15 minutes Russian armored technique left one more block post. 6 armored carriers and four Urals left.
Russians started to get ready yesterday late at night. They took containers that were dug and were used to spend night at.
It is not known whether territories where Russians located are safe. Roads to these territories are closed and mine experts will start to work there.
Russian Occupants Not Hurry to Leave Kveda Chkhorotsku
Russian occupants have already left Senaki region villages Teklati, Menji and Khobi region village Pirveli Maisi.
They are awaited to pass Enguri Bridge these minutes. They will move to Abkhazian territory by passing Enguri Bridge.
What about Chkhorotsku region village Kveda Chkhorotsku, Russian occupants are still there an illegal block posts have not been abolished. On the contrary packed up things were taken this morning into the village by "Kamaz’. The local government presumes that this proves that Russians are not going to leave Chkhorotsku these days.
They are awaited to pass Enguri Bridge these minutes. They will move to Abkhazian territory by passing Enguri Bridge.
What about Chkhorotsku region village Kveda Chkhorotsku, Russian occupants are still there an illegal block posts have not been abolished. On the contrary packed up things were taken this morning into the village by "Kamaz’. The local government presumes that this proves that Russians are not going to leave Chkhorotsku these days.
Case Details To Be Sent to European Court to be Spoken today in Office of ‘The 42nd article of Constitution’
Details to be sent to European Court will be spoken today in organization ‘the 42nd article of Constitution’.
As InterpressNews was informed by the organization today, suffered people whose cases will be sent to European court will take part in press conference. Two men freed from captivity will attend the press conference. One of them is Ossetian. He was forced to hide his origins not to be fired because of his kind attitude towards Georgians.
Governor of one of the villages and Sakrebulo member will take part in the press conference, who had witnessed vandal actions against Georgia. They will voice facts unknown to society. Among them will be fact how 17 Georgians were simultaneously fired.
As InterpressNews was informed by the organization today, suffered people whose cases will be sent to European court will take part in press conference. Two men freed from captivity will attend the press conference. One of them is Ossetian. He was forced to hide his origins not to be fired because of his kind attitude towards Georgians.
Governor of one of the villages and Sakrebulo member will take part in the press conference, who had witnessed vandal actions against Georgia. They will voice facts unknown to society. Among them will be fact how 17 Georgians were simultaneously fired.
Telephone Conversation between Sergey Lavrov and Condoleezza Rice
By the initiative of American Side the telephone conversation was held between the Russian Federation Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and US Secretary State Condoleezza Rice, on September 11.
According to the Russian Foreign department, Lavrov and Rice spoke about the current situation in South Ossetia and Abkhazia, in context of the results of the Russian and French Presidents negotiations on September 8.
As Lavrov declared, Russia will do its best to stabilize situation in the region in future too, according to Medvedev-Sarkozy agreement.
As he says, by the terms of this agreement, the additional international forces will be deployed at the territories of South Ossetia and Abkhazia, to avoid new aggression from Tbilisi.
‘What about the territories of South Ossetia and Abkhazia, theis security is provided by Russian forces according to the agreement with Abkhazia and South Ossetia’, reports the web-site of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia.
According to the Russian Foreign department, Lavrov and Rice spoke about the current situation in South Ossetia and Abkhazia, in context of the results of the Russian and French Presidents negotiations on September 8.
As Lavrov declared, Russia will do its best to stabilize situation in the region in future too, according to Medvedev-Sarkozy agreement.
As he says, by the terms of this agreement, the additional international forces will be deployed at the territories of South Ossetia and Abkhazia, to avoid new aggression from Tbilisi.
‘What about the territories of South Ossetia and Abkhazia, theis security is provided by Russian forces according to the agreement with Abkhazia and South Ossetia’, reports the web-site of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia.
Mikhail Saakashvili NATO not to Protract Process of Georgian Integration in Euro-Atlantic Alliance
The agency Associated Press spreads an interview with the President Mikhail Saakashvili.
The speech referred mainly the process of Georgian integration in NATO. Saakashvili calls NATO not to protract this process, in another case Russian aggression will proceed to endless history. In the opinion of the President, NATO mustn’t show weakness.
‘In case, Georgia doesn’t become member of NATO, Russia will strengthen its control on Abkhazia and South Ossetia, what was the main target of Kremlin. In future, this will become the prescription of other similar intervention ‘, considers Mikhail Saakashvili.
The speech referred mainly the process of Georgian integration in NATO. Saakashvili calls NATO not to protract this process, in another case Russian aggression will proceed to endless history. In the opinion of the President, NATO mustn’t show weakness.
‘In case, Georgia doesn’t become member of NATO, Russia will strengthen its control on Abkhazia and South Ossetia, what was the main target of Kremlin. In future, this will become the prescription of other similar intervention ‘, considers Mikhail Saakashvili.
UN to Discuss Possibility of Peace Mission in Abkhazia and
UN discusses the possibility of peace mission in south Ossetia and Abkhazia.
According to RIA Novosti, this was declared to the journalists by the UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon.
‘We learn the possibilities of using peace mission and other mechanisms for Abkhazia and South Ossetia. I have almost everyday contact with the world’s leaders regarding the issue of arranging Georgian-Abkhazian and Georgian – Ossetian conflicts’, mentioned UN Secretary General.
As he says, ‘UN has intention to send special mission to Georgia and South Ossetia, which will learn the humanitarian situation after the war’.
The Secretary General hasn’t defined the terms but mentioned that the negotiations are under way about the mission’s format.
According to RIA Novosti, this was declared to the journalists by the UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon.
‘We learn the possibilities of using peace mission and other mechanisms for Abkhazia and South Ossetia. I have almost everyday contact with the world’s leaders regarding the issue of arranging Georgian-Abkhazian and Georgian – Ossetian conflicts’, mentioned UN Secretary General.
As he says, ‘UN has intention to send special mission to Georgia and South Ossetia, which will learn the humanitarian situation after the war’.
The Secretary General hasn’t defined the terms but mentioned that the negotiations are under way about the mission’s format.
Sergey Lavrov to Visit Separatist Abkhazia and so Called South-Ossetia
Due to the issue of opening diplomatic representations in Abkhazia and South Ossetia, Russia’s first diplomat will visit these regions.
The information about this was spread by the radio ‘Mayak’.
The radio depends on the statement of the Minister that ‘wehave to see everything on just its place. Because of objective reasons, this will be much easier to do this in Abkhazia, but in Tskhinvali – we will see’.
The information about this was spread by the radio ‘Mayak’.
The radio depends on the statement of the Minister that ‘wehave to see everything on just its place. Because of objective reasons, this will be much easier to do this in Abkhazia, but in Tskhinvali – we will see’.
Sergey Baghapsh – Abkhazia not Intend to Have Status Associated with Russia
Abkhazia doesn’t intend to have a status associated with Russia, declared Sergey Baghapsh during his talking with the members of international discussion club.
‘The question isn’t raised in this way, Russia has no claim and doesn’t want to get rid of anything’, mentioned Baghapsh.
According to him, Abkhazian people have already made their choice and supported the independence.
As Baghapsh mentioned, Abkhazia continues friendly interrelation with Russia.
‘Now we will build the independent state, and we will have the best interrelations with Russia. It is our best partner, these are the people who helped us, when we faced difficulties’, declared Baghapsh.
In the opinion of Abkhazian separatist leader, it’s important for Abkhazia, that the world society estimates the occurred situation correctly.
‘The question isn’t raised in this way, Russia has no claim and doesn’t want to get rid of anything’, mentioned Baghapsh.
According to him, Abkhazian people have already made their choice and supported the independence.
As Baghapsh mentioned, Abkhazia continues friendly interrelation with Russia.
‘Now we will build the independent state, and we will have the best interrelations with Russia. It is our best partner, these are the people who helped us, when we faced difficulties’, declared Baghapsh.
In the opinion of Abkhazian separatist leader, it’s important for Abkhazia, that the world society estimates the occurred situation correctly.
Dmitry Rogozin Calling for NATO Council Members to Cancel Planned Visit to Georgia
Russian permanent representative to NATO Dmitry Rogozin called for NATO council members and alliance general secretary Yaap de Hoop Scheffer to cancel visit planned to be held in Georgia on September 15-16, - Agency ‘Ria Novoti’ informs.
‘This visit is not appropriate and we demand it to be cancelled. We percieve that the visit was planned lots times ago, but tragic events that took place in South Ossetia are sensible reasons to cancel it’, - Rogozin stated in Brussels.
He stressed that this visit was discussed by Georgian side as total political and military support to Georgia.
Rogozin called for NATO states, OSCE and EU to impose embargo on transporting military technique to Georgia.
‘This visit is not appropriate and we demand it to be cancelled. We percieve that the visit was planned lots times ago, but tragic events that took place in South Ossetia are sensible reasons to cancel it’, - Rogozin stated in Brussels.
He stressed that this visit was discussed by Georgian side as total political and military support to Georgia.
Rogozin called for NATO states, OSCE and EU to impose embargo on transporting military technique to Georgia.
Russian Occupants Continue Preparation to Leave Poti
Russian occupants continue their preparation to leave Poti.
They removed the armored hardware, which were hidden in the trenches. They have also totally removed the wire obstacles, ‘Urali’ type vehicle is mobilized which is carrying away the stock.
The number of the militants has also reduced at the territory of Nabada.
They removed the armored hardware, which were hidden in the trenches. They have also totally removed the wire obstacles, ‘Urali’ type vehicle is mobilized which is carrying away the stock.
The number of the militants has also reduced at the territory of Nabada.
Georgian Policeman is Victim of Fire Opening from Russian Post
Russian militants opened fire to the Georgian police post located at the Karaleti adjacent at 10:15 AM today, on September 10, due to what, Georgian policeman Kakha Tsotniashvili was wounded in head and neck.
As MIA informs, Tsotniashvili has died as soon as he was taken to the hospital. Georgian side hasn’t opened the fire.
By the existing information, the fire was opened by the Ossetian ‘Boeviks’, who weren’t halted by the Russian so called peacekeepers, who were deployed at Karaleti.
As MIA informs, Tsotniashvili has died as soon as he was taken to the hospital. Georgian side hasn’t opened the fire.
By the existing information, the fire was opened by the Ossetian ‘Boeviks’, who weren’t halted by the Russian so called peacekeepers, who were deployed at Karaleti.
Sergey Lavrov – If Georgia Becomes MAP that Means that NATO
If Georgia becomes MAP thatmeans that NATO backs the aggressor.
Sergey Lavrov, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Russia, stated the
following in his interview given to Polish TV company.
As Sergey Lavrov remarked Condoleezza Rice, US State Secretary, and her assistants – Daniel Fried and Mathew Bryza declare that if Georgia used forces to resolve the conflict this would undermine its perspective to become member of NATO.
‘There from politicians are to be responsible for their words. We are interested in collaboration with NATO but in collaboration and not in illusion.’- Sergey Lavrov Declared.
Sergey Lavrov, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Russia, stated the
following in his interview given to Polish TV company.
As Sergey Lavrov remarked Condoleezza Rice, US State Secretary, and her assistants – Daniel Fried and Mathew Bryza declare that if Georgia used forces to resolve the conflict this would undermine its perspective to become member of NATO.
‘There from politicians are to be responsible for their words. We are interested in collaboration with NATO but in collaboration and not in illusion.’- Sergey Lavrov Declared.
Political Union of ‘Georgian Politics’ Released Official Statement
The political union of ‘Georgian politics ‘released an official statement. The statement reads:’
The political union "Georgian Politics" denounces Russian aggression towards Georgia and states that at the cost of their life will permanently object to any attempt of the foreign country to violate independence, territorial integrity and sovereignty of the country.
Georgia has been defeated. It’s a tragedy. Thanks Lord the defeat is temporary. The defeat has got the organizers, instigators, in a word – accomplices.
We name the authorities as the organizers of the defeat, we name as accomplices those political forces which have come out with the initiative of moratorium on debates and discussions with the view of alleged purpose of community consolidation strengthening that have led to the toughening of the censorship, which has been established by the authorities on mass media as it is.
We blame for defeat and call instigators those political parties which, starting from mercantile inducements are pulling Georgia into NATO and right here we note that among the instigators of the kind are presented the political parties which in 2007signed the memorandum with the view of joining NATO.
We blame and impose responsibility on the parties, the representatives of which go abroad in order to get the instructions, which hold Georgia away from actual independence and have turned it into the victim of neocolonialism.
We bow down before those heroes who perished in unequal fight and in the present state of affairs we state – today Georgia fights in American- Afghan warfare, today Georgia fights in American- Iraq warfare, and what is more tragic, Georgia fights in undeclared American-Russian warfare on its own soil.
"Georgian Politics" based on the principle "the truth and nothing but the truth" calls everybody who loves Georgia to come out with demands from Georgian authorities to start taking care of the procedure, which may grant Georgia the status of non-alignment. By means of this status Georgia will take the first step towards the actual, real independence, peace and humanism.
Ð .S. We call the political parties functioning in Georgia and which today already abstain from joining NATO to stop profiteering and to recall those statements on the issue which they have been making just several months ago.
The political union "Georgian Politics" denounces Russian aggression towards Georgia and states that at the cost of their life will permanently object to any attempt of the foreign country to violate independence, territorial integrity and sovereignty of the country.
Georgia has been defeated. It’s a tragedy. Thanks Lord the defeat is temporary. The defeat has got the organizers, instigators, in a word – accomplices.
We name the authorities as the organizers of the defeat, we name as accomplices those political forces which have come out with the initiative of moratorium on debates and discussions with the view of alleged purpose of community consolidation strengthening that have led to the toughening of the censorship, which has been established by the authorities on mass media as it is.
We blame for defeat and call instigators those political parties which, starting from mercantile inducements are pulling Georgia into NATO and right here we note that among the instigators of the kind are presented the political parties which in 2007signed the memorandum with the view of joining NATO.
We blame and impose responsibility on the parties, the representatives of which go abroad in order to get the instructions, which hold Georgia away from actual independence and have turned it into the victim of neocolonialism.
We bow down before those heroes who perished in unequal fight and in the present state of affairs we state – today Georgia fights in American- Afghan warfare, today Georgia fights in American- Iraq warfare, and what is more tragic, Georgia fights in undeclared American-Russian warfare on its own soil.
"Georgian Politics" based on the principle "the truth and nothing but the truth" calls everybody who loves Georgia to come out with demands from Georgian authorities to start taking care of the procedure, which may grant Georgia the status of non-alignment. By means of this status Georgia will take the first step towards the actual, real independence, peace and humanism.
Ð .S. We call the political parties functioning in Georgia and which today already abstain from joining NATO to stop profiteering and to recall those statements on the issue which they have been making just several months ago.
Nicolas Sarkozy - No Russian Militant Must be on Georgian territory on October 15
The President of France declares that no Russian militant must be on the Georgian territory on October 15
The above- mentioned announcement was made by the President of France in the joint briefing held after his meeting with Mikheil Saakashvili.
AS Nicolas Sarkozy underlined Russia undertook the commitment to withdraw all its troops from the Georgian territory till October 15.
Sarkozy hopes that the commitments of agreement will be met. If Russia violates again the agreement, ‘the matter will look else wise.’
The President of France finds vital important as well the agreement regarding deployment EU monitors in Georgia after the pull-back of the Russian troops. The President of France highlighted that EU monitor will be deployed not only on the territory controlled by the Georgian government but also in Abkhazia and south Ossetia as well.
The third point focused in the agreement and also in the briefing was the issue apropos the returning of the IDPs to its houses. As Sarkozy remarked that he means not only IDPs pulled from their houses during the recent confrontation but also the ones who were force to leave their houses in 1992.
The meeting between Saakashvili and Sarkozy started approximately at 11:30 pm and lasted an hour. Afterwards the joint briefing for the foreign media has been held.
The above- mentioned announcement was made by the President of France in the joint briefing held after his meeting with Mikheil Saakashvili.
AS Nicolas Sarkozy underlined Russia undertook the commitment to withdraw all its troops from the Georgian territory till October 15.
Sarkozy hopes that the commitments of agreement will be met. If Russia violates again the agreement, ‘the matter will look else wise.’
The President of France finds vital important as well the agreement regarding deployment EU monitors in Georgia after the pull-back of the Russian troops. The President of France highlighted that EU monitor will be deployed not only on the territory controlled by the Georgian government but also in Abkhazia and south Ossetia as well.
The third point focused in the agreement and also in the briefing was the issue apropos the returning of the IDPs to its houses. As Sarkozy remarked that he means not only IDPs pulled from their houses during the recent confrontation but also the ones who were force to leave their houses in 1992.
The meeting between Saakashvili and Sarkozy started approximately at 11:30 pm and lasted an hour. Afterwards the joint briefing for the foreign media has been held.
Mikhail Machavariani – Yesterday’s Agreement is First Step for Georgian Total Deoccupation
Parliament’s Vice Speaker Mikhail Machavariani assesses ‘The Plan of Conflict Arrangement Peacefully’ as the first step for Georgia’s deoccupation.
As Machavariani declared at the Parliament’s first plenary session, 8th September’s agreement is part of the big way we must pass for the country’s territorial integrity and sovereignty.
According to him, the current problems will be resolved by the world society support.
‘The main thing is the process develops in right way and we face the consequences, but we have left many steps for the final result’, added Machavariani and called his colleagues to do their best to support the processes.
‘We are content with the results, but anyway we must be careful in optimism’, declared the Vice Speaker and added that the Parliament must be focused on this target, their work to be efficient
As Machavariani declared at the Parliament’s first plenary session, 8th September’s agreement is part of the big way we must pass for the country’s territorial integrity and sovereignty.
According to him, the current problems will be resolved by the world society support.
‘The main thing is the process develops in right way and we face the consequences, but we have left many steps for the final result’, added Machavariani and called his colleagues to do their best to support the processes.
‘We are content with the results, but anyway we must be careful in optimism’, declared the Vice Speaker and added that the Parliament must be focused on this target, their work to be efficient
Nicolas Sarkozy - EU Backs Territorial Integrity and Sovereignty of Georgia
The EU backs the territorial integrity and sovereignty of Georgia. The EU chairman Nicolas Sarkozy stated the following in the briefing held in the Presidential Residence in Avlabari.
As the President of France remarked in Moscow he together with the high representatives of the EU – Xavier Solana, Jose Manuel Baroso and Bernard Kushner, condemned the recognizing of the independence of south Ossetia and Abkhazia by the Russian Federation.
‘It is nobody’s matter to review the borders established by the UN.’ –Nicolas Sarkozy highlighted.
As the President of France remarked in Moscow he together with the high representatives of the EU – Xavier Solana, Jose Manuel Baroso and Bernard Kushner, condemned the recognizing of the independence of south Ossetia and Abkhazia by the Russian Federation.
‘It is nobody’s matter to review the borders established by the UN.’ –Nicolas Sarkozy highlighted.
Nicolas Sarkozy - Agreement Reached in Moscow is not Outstanding Result, but it is Maximal Managed by EU on this Stage.
As Nicolas Sarkozy stated the agreement reached in Moscow is not an excellent result, but it is the maximal what the EU managed on this stage.
The president of France – Nicolas Sarkozy stated the following in the briefing held after his meeting with the Georgian President. Bernard Kushner, Jose Manuel Baroso and Xavier Solana attended the meeting as well.
‘On the fist stage of the negotiations, on August 12, when I arrived in Tbilisi, we achieved the cease-fire agreement. Now the agreement concerns pulling back of the Russian troops to its dislocation points positioned before the war.’ –Nicolas Sarkozy remarked.
As the president of France underlined it is not an excellent result but added that there is a ‘light’ in this regard and expressed hope that the result would be soon gained.
Nicolas Sarkozy highlighted that during his first visit the capital of Georgia was in jeopardy. Now Georgia does not face such jeopardy and it is the main result of the mediators – Said the President.
The meeting between Saakashvili and Sarkozy started approximately at 11:30 pm and lasted an hour. Afterwards the joint briefing for the foreign media has been held.
The president of France – Nicolas Sarkozy stated the following in the briefing held after his meeting with the Georgian President. Bernard Kushner, Jose Manuel Baroso and Xavier Solana attended the meeting as well.
‘On the fist stage of the negotiations, on August 12, when I arrived in Tbilisi, we achieved the cease-fire agreement. Now the agreement concerns pulling back of the Russian troops to its dislocation points positioned before the war.’ –Nicolas Sarkozy remarked.
As the president of France underlined it is not an excellent result but added that there is a ‘light’ in this regard and expressed hope that the result would be soon gained.
Nicolas Sarkozy highlighted that during his first visit the capital of Georgia was in jeopardy. Now Georgia does not face such jeopardy and it is the main result of the mediators – Said the President.
The meeting between Saakashvili and Sarkozy started approximately at 11:30 pm and lasted an hour. Afterwards the joint briefing for the foreign media has been held.
EU State Leaders Agree on Sending Observers to Georgia
EU state leaders agreed about sending observers to Georgia.
TV Company Rustavi 2 informs that the decision was taken in Avignon, France, where foreign ministers arrived with special train.
EU foreign policy coordinator Javier Solana states that formation of the mission will be ended in 10 days and police subdivisions will be located in Georgia together with OSCE observers in the end of the month.
Details are agreed, but several items were left open by leaders, that will be decided by Sarkozy in France on Monday during visit to Russian president Dmitri Medvedev.
Slovenia foreign minister Dimitrij Rupel says that Russia will be demanded to abolish illegal block posts, as the mission must work only with occupied zones. Exact number of the observers is not stipulated, though it is known that several hundreds of policemen will take part in it.
Poland has already offered EU leaders to send its representatives to Georgia.
TV Company Rustavi 2 informs that the decision was taken in Avignon, France, where foreign ministers arrived with special train.
EU foreign policy coordinator Javier Solana states that formation of the mission will be ended in 10 days and police subdivisions will be located in Georgia together with OSCE observers in the end of the month.
Details are agreed, but several items were left open by leaders, that will be decided by Sarkozy in France on Monday during visit to Russian president Dmitri Medvedev.
Slovenia foreign minister Dimitrij Rupel says that Russia will be demanded to abolish illegal block posts, as the mission must work only with occupied zones. Exact number of the observers is not stipulated, though it is known that several hundreds of policemen will take part in it.
Poland has already offered EU leaders to send its representatives to Georgia.
Gali Region Low Zone Villages In Blockade
Gali region low zone villages are practically in blockade.
As InterPressNews was informed by local residents of Gali, products are not provided to Gali.
Population says that they used to take nuts to Zugdidi from Gali and sold it and then bought products. Now they state that Abkhazian and Russians imposed high taxes on administrative borders and they are not able to enter Zugdidi.
Malkhaz Akishbaia – chairman of legitimate government of Abkhazia doesn’t officially prove the information about taxes.
As InterPressNews was informed by local residents of Gali, products are not provided to Gali.
Population says that they used to take nuts to Zugdidi from Gali and sold it and then bought products. Now they state that Abkhazian and Russians imposed high taxes on administrative borders and they are not able to enter Zugdidi.
Malkhaz Akishbaia – chairman of legitimate government of Abkhazia doesn’t officially prove the information about taxes.
Euro Parliament to pass 35-point Resolution Referring to Georgia
Euro Parliament will pass 35-pint resolution referring to Georgia today, September 3.
As the broadcast company Rustavi2 informs, the resolution will be tough enough, that if Russia doesn’t implement assumed obligations till September 8, serious sanctions will be passed against it.
Euro Parliamentarians discuss the principles of the sanctions as well, the sanctions won’t be imposed on the common population, but on the businessmen and officials, who accept decisions.
Besides, the resolution considers an issue of economical assistance to Georgia as well, including the assistance in restoration of damaged infrastructure due to the Russian aggression.
‘Euro Parliamentarians demand Europe to proceed to the real actions instead of the statements and assessments, because after Georgia the European countries will be in turn of Russian dictate.
As the broadcast company Rustavi2 informs, the resolution will be tough enough, that if Russia doesn’t implement assumed obligations till September 8, serious sanctions will be passed against it.
Euro Parliamentarians discuss the principles of the sanctions as well, the sanctions won’t be imposed on the common population, but on the businessmen and officials, who accept decisions.
Besides, the resolution considers an issue of economical assistance to Georgia as well, including the assistance in restoration of damaged infrastructure due to the Russian aggression.
‘Euro Parliamentarians demand Europe to proceed to the real actions instead of the statements and assessments, because after Georgia the European countries will be in turn of Russian dictate.
Russian Embassy to Cancel Functioning in Georgia from Today, September 3
Russian embassy will stop functioning in Georgia from today, September 3; this was declared by the Russian envoy in Georgia Andrei Smaga declared this at his visit to Georgian Foreign Ministry yesterday, on September 2.
Georgian side gave Smaga an official document, according to which Georgia has ceased any diplomatic interrelation with Russia.
As Smaga declared, this is one more mistake from Georgian side, which doesn’t strive to arrange interrelations.
Georgian side gave Smaga an official document, according to which Georgia has ceased any diplomatic interrelation with Russia.
As Smaga declared, this is one more mistake from Georgian side, which doesn’t strive to arrange interrelations.
OSCE PA Special Envoy to Hold Meetings in Tbilisi Today, September 3
OSCE Parliamentary Assembly President Emeritus Goran Lennmarker will hold meetings with Davit Bakradze, the chairman of the Parliament of Georgia, Lasha Zhvania, the chairman of foreign relations committee, Eka Tkeshelashvili, the minister of foreign affairs of Georgia and Ruslan Abashidze, Deputy Minister for Reintegration issues today, September 3.
OSCE Parliamentary Assembly Special Envoy for Georgia, Goran Lenmarker will leave Georgia on September 4.
Mr. Lennmarker was recently appointed as Special Envoy for Georgia by OSCE PA President Joao Soares and he is also engaged in seeking to solve the conflict between Azerbaijan and Armenian regarding Nagorno-Karabakh.
Mr. Lennmarker, a member of the Swedish parliament, is tasked to work on supporting the conflict settlement process particularly at the parliamentary level.
OSCE Parliamentary Assembly Special Envoy for Georgia, Goran Lenmarker will leave Georgia on September 4.
Mr. Lennmarker was recently appointed as Special Envoy for Georgia by OSCE PA President Joao Soares and he is also engaged in seeking to solve the conflict between Azerbaijan and Armenian regarding Nagorno-Karabakh.
Mr. Lennmarker, a member of the Swedish parliament, is tasked to work on supporting the conflict settlement process particularly at the parliamentary level.
Parliament of Georgia to Cancel State of War Today, September 3
Georgian Parliament will cancel the state of war today, September 3.
The chairman of Parliament of Georgia - David Bakradze declared the following at the meeting of bureau held yesterday, September 2. As the chairman stated the country is transferring from state of war into state of emergency .The state of emergency will be declared only on the areas where the Russian illegal armed forces are dislocated. Davit Bakradze remarked that the state of war has been causing obstructions to the state’s economy. The session of Parliament will be held today at 16.00pm.
The state of war was declared on 9th of August and on the 23rd of August it was prolonged till the 8th of September by the decision of parliament.
The chairman of Parliament of Georgia - David Bakradze declared the following at the meeting of bureau held yesterday, September 2. As the chairman stated the country is transferring from state of war into state of emergency .The state of emergency will be declared only on the areas where the Russian illegal armed forces are dislocated. Davit Bakradze remarked that the state of war has been causing obstructions to the state’s economy. The session of Parliament will be held today at 16.00pm.
The state of war was declared on 9th of August and on the 23rd of August it was prolonged till the 8th of September by the decision of parliament.
Franco Fratini to Pay Visit to Georgia Today, September 3
Franco Fratini, the minister of foreign affairs of Italy will visit Georgia today, September 3.The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia reported InterpressNews regarding this.
In the frame of his one-day-visit, the minister of foreign affairs of Italy will hold a meeting with Eka Tkeshelashvili, the minister of foreign affairs of Georgia. After the meeting a joint press conference is planned.
The meeting with Lado Gurgenidze, the Premier-minister of Georgia is in the agenda of European envoy as well. After the meeting Franco Fratini will visit the occupation museum.
The minister of foreign affairs of Italy will meet Mikheil Saakashvili, the President of Georgia, at 19:00pm.
The Italian diplomat will leave Georgia late today.
In the frame of his one-day-visit, the minister of foreign affairs of Italy will hold a meeting with Eka Tkeshelashvili, the minister of foreign affairs of Georgia. After the meeting a joint press conference is planned.
The meeting with Lado Gurgenidze, the Premier-minister of Georgia is in the agenda of European envoy as well. After the meeting Franco Fratini will visit the occupation museum.
The minister of foreign affairs of Italy will meet Mikheil Saakashvili, the President of Georgia, at 19:00pm.
The Italian diplomat will leave Georgia late today.
EU Suspended Talks on Russia Pact
European Union leaders have agreed to suspend talks on a new partnership agreement with Moscow until Russian troops have withdrawn from Georgia.
EU Commission President Jose Manuel Barroso and French President Nicolas Sarkozy confirmed the decision at the end of an emergency summit in Brussels.
They also condemned Russia's move to recognize the independence of Georgia's regions of South Ossetia and Abkhazia.
EU Commission President Jose Manuel Barroso and French President Nicolas Sarkozy confirmed the decision at the end of an emergency summit in Brussels.
They also condemned Russia's move to recognize the independence of Georgia's regions of South Ossetia and Abkhazia.
Nicolas Sarkozy – EU to Support Georgia Financially
The EU will support Georgia financially – Nicolas Sarkozy stated the following after the special session of the EU .
As Ria Novosti reports, the President of France fixed that the EU would not like to cut partnership ties with Russia.
As Ria Novosti reports, the President of France fixed that the EU would not like to cut partnership ties with Russia.
‘Live Chain’ Connected in All Big Cities to Prove Georgian Unity
The ‘Live Chain’ will be connected in all the big cities to prove Georgian unity.
The ‘Live Chain’ in the capital will be connected between the Freedom square, Rustaveli avenue, Melikishvili street, Vake-Saburtalo road, Khazbegi avenue, Pekini street, Baratashvili bridge, Avlabari and temple Sameba.
The ‘Live Chain’ will be in Kaxeti from Telavi to Gurjaani, 40 kilometers length, also from Gori to Karaleti, in Rustavi, from Rikothi tunnel to village Khevi, from Zestaponi adjacent to Etseri. Also from Kutaisi to Partsxanakhanebi, from Samtredia adjacent to village Marani. As well in Poti, Senaki, Enguri bridge, from Sarpi to Choloki and so on.
The ‘Live Chain’ will be tied in all that European capitals, where Georgians live and people of other nationalities will participate in this action too.
The ‘Live Chain’ will start in Georgia at 15:00 – simultaneously with the European Council summit in Brussels, where the sanctions against Russian aggression in Georgia will be discussed.
His Holiness and Beatitude Catholicos Patriarch of All Georgia Ilia II sanctified to participate in the ‘Live Chain’ and to pray. People must say prayers to our Father God and Saint Mariam. These prayers must be said several times a day together with the ‘seven-times prayers’ and psalms.
The ‘Live Chain’ in the capital will be connected between the Freedom square, Rustaveli avenue, Melikishvili street, Vake-Saburtalo road, Khazbegi avenue, Pekini street, Baratashvili bridge, Avlabari and temple Sameba.
The ‘Live Chain’ will be in Kaxeti from Telavi to Gurjaani, 40 kilometers length, also from Gori to Karaleti, in Rustavi, from Rikothi tunnel to village Khevi, from Zestaponi adjacent to Etseri. Also from Kutaisi to Partsxanakhanebi, from Samtredia adjacent to village Marani. As well in Poti, Senaki, Enguri bridge, from Sarpi to Choloki and so on.
The ‘Live Chain’ will be tied in all that European capitals, where Georgians live and people of other nationalities will participate in this action too.
The ‘Live Chain’ will start in Georgia at 15:00 – simultaneously with the European Council summit in Brussels, where the sanctions against Russian aggression in Georgia will be discussed.
His Holiness and Beatitude Catholicos Patriarch of All Georgia Ilia II sanctified to participate in the ‘Live Chain’ and to pray. People must say prayers to our Father God and Saint Mariam. These prayers must be said several times a day together with the ‘seven-times prayers’ and psalms.
In Parallel EU Summit, G8 Countries Meeting to be Held in Japan
G8 member countries meeting will be held in Japan in parallel the EU summit today, September 1.
Except other significant issues the Parliament Chairmen of G8, will discuss the situation in Georgia.
Seven countries of G8: Japan, Germany, France, Italy, Canada, USA and Britain have condemned the recognition of independence of Abkhazia and South Ossetia by Russia.
Russian DUMA press-speaker Boris Grizlov will arrive in Japan as well.
G8 countries’ summit will last till September 3.
Except other significant issues the Parliament Chairmen of G8, will discuss the situation in Georgia.
Seven countries of G8: Japan, Germany, France, Italy, Canada, USA and Britain have condemned the recognition of independence of Abkhazia and South Ossetia by Russia.
Russian DUMA press-speaker Boris Grizlov will arrive in Japan as well.
G8 countries’ summit will last till September 3.
70.7 % of Respondents See Georgia’s Only Way out in Entering NATO
405 respondents participated in social survey of ‘Kviris Palitra’, edition of August 25-28.The results, of the question - ‘Is entering NATO Georgia’s only way out?’ – look like this.
Yes – 70, 7 %
No – 11, 3 %
I have no answer – 18, 0%
Yes – 70, 7 %
No – 11, 3 %
I have no answer – 18, 0%
Leaders of EU Countries to Discuss Georgian-Russian Conflict at Special Summit
The leaders of the EU countries will discuss Georgian-Russian conflict at the special summit in Brussels today, September 1.
Lado Gurgenidze, the premier of Georgia and Eka Tkeshelashvili, the minister of foreign affairs of Georgia will represent Georgian side at the summit.
The summit is to discuss the issue concerning imposing sanctions on Russia cause of Russia’s aggression carried out against Georgia and recognition of separatist regions. It is not excluded that EU –countries limit withdrawing visas for population of Russia. Imposing economical sanctions on Russia are backed by Poland, Baltic countries and some countries of east Europe. As for positions of west Europe it is comparably mild concerning this.
The mediators in Georgian-Russian conflicts – France and Germany are supposed to demonstrate new initiatives at the summit.
The EU probably will call on Russia once again to withdraw its troops from the territory of Georgia.
Ahead of the summit the Premier-minister of Great Britain – Gordon Brown
fixed his strict position. The premier called NATO and EU countries to oversee fundamentally the relation with Russia.
Protest rally engaged to support Georgia will be held in parallel the summit in the centre of Brussels.
Lado Gurgenidze, the premier of Georgia and Eka Tkeshelashvili, the minister of foreign affairs of Georgia will represent Georgian side at the summit.
The summit is to discuss the issue concerning imposing sanctions on Russia cause of Russia’s aggression carried out against Georgia and recognition of separatist regions. It is not excluded that EU –countries limit withdrawing visas for population of Russia. Imposing economical sanctions on Russia are backed by Poland, Baltic countries and some countries of east Europe. As for positions of west Europe it is comparably mild concerning this.
The mediators in Georgian-Russian conflicts – France and Germany are supposed to demonstrate new initiatives at the summit.
The EU probably will call on Russia once again to withdraw its troops from the territory of Georgia.
Ahead of the summit the Premier-minister of Great Britain – Gordon Brown
fixed his strict position. The premier called NATO and EU countries to oversee fundamentally the relation with Russia.
Protest rally engaged to support Georgia will be held in parallel the summit in the centre of Brussels.
Angela Merkel Insists on Conferring MAP to Georgia and Ukraine
Angela Merkel, the German Chancellor insists on conferring MAP to Georgia and Ukraine.
As news agency Ria Novosti reports, German Chancellor met with Federico Reinfeld, the Premier –Minister of Sweden, and discussed the following issue.
‘We discussed what the next step should be. It is clear that the next step should be conferring MAP to Georgia and Ukraine. It does not mean already the membership in NATO. Thus, it is the way leading to it.’ - Angela Merkel remarked in the press conference held after the meeting.
Angela Merkel is convinced that Georgia and Ukraine are to become members of the alliance.
‘I would like to cite the document of Bucharest. All the NATO – member –States clearly fixed that Georgia and NATO would become the members of the alliance. My position is the same.’ – German chancellor declared.
As news agency Ria Novosti reports, German Chancellor met with Federico Reinfeld, the Premier –Minister of Sweden, and discussed the following issue.
‘We discussed what the next step should be. It is clear that the next step should be conferring MAP to Georgia and Ukraine. It does not mean already the membership in NATO. Thus, it is the way leading to it.’ - Angela Merkel remarked in the press conference held after the meeting.
Angela Merkel is convinced that Georgia and Ukraine are to become members of the alliance.
‘I would like to cite the document of Bucharest. All the NATO – member –States clearly fixed that Georgia and NATO would become the members of the alliance. My position is the same.’ – German chancellor declared.
Bush Call on Russia not to Meet its Commitments and not to Recognize Separatist Regions
U.S. President George W. Bush has urged Russia not to recognize Georgia's two breakaway regions as independent, and has sent his deputy Dick Cheney to Georgia in a show of U.S. support. RIA Novosti reports.
Both houses of Russia's parliament voted unanimously on Monday in favor of a resolution asking President Dmitry Medvedev to recognize the independence of Abkhazia and South Ossetia, following requests from the leaders of both breakaway republics.
Bush said in a statement from his ranch in Texas, ‘I call on Russia's leadership to meet its commitments and not recognize these separatist regions.’
‘Georgia's territorial integrity and borders must command the same respect as every other nation's, including Russia's,’ he said.
Bush said recognition of the regions would be ‘inconsistent with unanimously approved United Nations Security Resolutions that Russia has consistently voted for in the past.
Both houses of Russia's parliament voted unanimously on Monday in favor of a resolution asking President Dmitry Medvedev to recognize the independence of Abkhazia and South Ossetia, following requests from the leaders of both breakaway republics.
Bush said in a statement from his ranch in Texas, ‘I call on Russia's leadership to meet its commitments and not recognize these separatist regions.’
‘Georgia's territorial integrity and borders must command the same respect as every other nation's, including Russia's,’ he said.
Bush said recognition of the regions would be ‘inconsistent with unanimously approved United Nations Security Resolutions that Russia has consistently voted for in the past.
Georgian Damage Assessment Delegation and Gov’t Representatives Meeting Held in Tbilisi
The meeting of Georgian damage assessment delegation from the US and Georgian Government representatives’ meeting was held on August 25.
The meeting was held at the Tbilisi Marriott Hotel on August 25 and lasted for two hours and a half behind closed doors. The US assistance for Georgia against the damage due to Russian aggression was discussed at the meeting.
As Georgian Prime-Minister Lado Gurgenidze declared, the visit of representative delegation in Georgia has begun today, August 25. According to him it is an economical group which is visiting Georgia to determine precisely what kind of assistance Georgia needs in order the aid to be optimal.
According to Gurgenidze, America, as Georgia’s big friend country has been actively involved in these discussions since August 11 to provide this economic collapse more or less smooth for our country.
The US Deputy Secretary of State in the fields of Economy, Energy and Agriculture Ruben Jepher III leads American delegation, who declared that he had very constructive and serious conversation with Georgian Prime-Minister.
According to him, their target is to assess the damages, which had incurred in Georgia precisely. He mentioned that this is his first visit in this regard, and it is being discussed how the two countries should cooperate to provide the assistance to Georgia to be engaged in the humanitarian aid rehabilitation and economical development.
The mentioned meeting was attended by the Minister of Economy Development Eka Sharashidze and the Minister of Energy Alexander Khetaguri.
According to the released information, the American aid is supposedly to be more than USD one billion.
The Minister of Economy emphasized that the on the first stage the most important is the humanitarian assistance, then the settlement of IDPs and restoration of their living conditions and damaged infrastructure.
The US delegation will held the meeting with the representatives of Georgian Government and non-governmental sector.
The visit will last until August 27.
The meeting was held at the Tbilisi Marriott Hotel on August 25 and lasted for two hours and a half behind closed doors. The US assistance for Georgia against the damage due to Russian aggression was discussed at the meeting.
As Georgian Prime-Minister Lado Gurgenidze declared, the visit of representative delegation in Georgia has begun today, August 25. According to him it is an economical group which is visiting Georgia to determine precisely what kind of assistance Georgia needs in order the aid to be optimal.
According to Gurgenidze, America, as Georgia’s big friend country has been actively involved in these discussions since August 11 to provide this economic collapse more or less smooth for our country.
The US Deputy Secretary of State in the fields of Economy, Energy and Agriculture Ruben Jepher III leads American delegation, who declared that he had very constructive and serious conversation with Georgian Prime-Minister.
According to him, their target is to assess the damages, which had incurred in Georgia precisely. He mentioned that this is his first visit in this regard, and it is being discussed how the two countries should cooperate to provide the assistance to Georgia to be engaged in the humanitarian aid rehabilitation and economical development.
The mentioned meeting was attended by the Minister of Economy Development Eka Sharashidze and the Minister of Energy Alexander Khetaguri.
According to the released information, the American aid is supposedly to be more than USD one billion.
The Minister of Economy emphasized that the on the first stage the most important is the humanitarian assistance, then the settlement of IDPs and restoration of their living conditions and damaged infrastructure.
The US delegation will held the meeting with the representatives of Georgian Government and non-governmental sector.
The visit will last until August 27.
Georgian Side Has Handed Over Three Military Captives to Ossetian Side at Karaleti Roadblock
The Georgian side handed over three military captives to the Georgian side at Karaleti roadblock several minutes ago.
Reportedly, Givi Targamadze, representatives of the Geo Defense Ministry and several MPs from the Georgian side are participating in the negotiations, while from the Ossetian side – Tskhinvali Ombudsman and Gen. Borisov.
Reportedly, Givi Targamadze, representatives of the Geo Defense Ministry and several MPs from the Georgian side are participating in the negotiations, while from the Ossetian side – Tskhinvali Ombudsman and Gen. Borisov.
Russians Illegal Block-Posts still Remain in Poti
Last night was peaceful in Poti, but situation is the same at the adjacent of the city and Nabada territory, where the Russians have located their illegal block-posts.
Russian occupants don’t let the journalists work here; they ban taking photos and video and threaten by opening fire.
As it is known, yesterday the victim of Russian aggression was a shooting group of the Associated Press.
How paradoxically it may seem, the occupants ask the accreditation of the Foreign Ministry of the Russian Federation from the journalists to cover their illegal block-posts.
Russian occupants don’t let the journalists work here; they ban taking photos and video and threaten by opening fire.
As it is known, yesterday the victim of Russian aggression was a shooting group of the Associated Press.
How paradoxically it may seem, the occupants ask the accreditation of the Foreign Ministry of the Russian Federation from the journalists to cover their illegal block-posts.
John Mc Cain’s Wife Cindy McCain Supposedly Visiting Georgia August 25
USA presidential candidate John McCain’s wife is supposed to visit Georgia today, August 25, - reports the US press.
Cindy McCain is planning to meet with Georgian First Lady Sandra Roelofs, as well as to visit ‘Town of Tents’ and Gori.
It’s not known yet, whether Cindy McCain meets Georgian officials or not.
Cindy McCain is planning to meet with Georgian First Lady Sandra Roelofs, as well as to visit ‘Town of Tents’ and Gori.
It’s not known yet, whether Cindy McCain meets Georgian officials or not.
Parliament Approved unanimously Issue regarding Prolongation of State of War in Georgia
The Parliament of Georgia approved unanimously the issue regarding the prolongation of the state of war in the country.
The state of war, initially imposed on August 9 for two weeks, has been prolonged till September 8.
‘Nothing has changed since August 9.Russian occupants are still on our territory, some units of Russian army have only regrouped from Gori to Tskhinvali. Until Russians stay on our territory, Georgia will stay in the state of war. ‘- Gia Tortladze, the chairman of Strong Georgia – Christian-Democrats stated .
The state of war, initially imposed on August 9 for two weeks, has been prolonged till September 8.
‘Nothing has changed since August 9.Russian occupants are still on our territory, some units of Russian army have only regrouped from Gori to Tskhinvali. Until Russians stay on our territory, Georgia will stay in the state of war. ‘- Gia Tortladze, the chairman of Strong Georgia – Christian-Democrats stated .
According to Statement of General Stuff of Russia Russian Military Forces go on Patrolling Poti Port
According to the statement of the General Stuff of Russia, Russian military forces will go on patrolling the port of Poti.
‘The truce entails patrolling .Poti is not in the security zone, thus, it does not mean that we would sit outside the fenced territory and watch them driving by Hammers.’- General – Colonel, deputy chief of Russian Armored forces – Anatoly Nogovitsyn stated.
‘The truce entails patrolling .Poti is not in the security zone, thus, it does not mean that we would sit outside the fenced territory and watch them driving by Hammers.’- General – Colonel, deputy chief of Russian Armored forces – Anatoly Nogovitsyn stated.
Alexander Stubb – So Called Buffer Zone is against Cease-fire Agreement Concluded by Tbilisi and Moscow
So called buffer zone is against the cease-fire agreement concluded by Tbilisi and Moscow.
Alexander Stubb, the Foreign Minister of Finland, the OSCE Chairman-in
Office stated the following.
‘Such buffer zones were implemented after the negotiations conducted in 1999 and 1994 y and it is totally against the truce brokered by France.’ –Alexander Stubb stated.
As new agency Reuter reports, Alexander Stubb considers that such zone won’t be put in practice and declares that the issue will be discussed in the next days.
Alexander Stubb, the Foreign Minister of Finland, the OSCE Chairman-in
Office stated the following.
‘Such buffer zones were implemented after the negotiations conducted in 1999 and 1994 y and it is totally against the truce brokered by France.’ –Alexander Stubb stated.
As new agency Reuter reports, Alexander Stubb considers that such zone won’t be put in practice and declares that the issue will be discussed in the next days.
Russian Tanks are Stopped in Village of Karaleti at Moment
It is calm in Gori by now. Russian army has left totally the territory of the city. Several explosions were to be heard last night. Blasts occurred at the dislocation station of Georgian army. As it seems, Russians mined many places in the city.
At the moment Russian tanks are stopped in the village of Karaleti. Karaleti is located 8 km away from Gori.
At the moment Russian tanks are stopped in the village of Karaleti. Karaleti is located 8 km away from Gori.
None of Occupational Troops to be Stationed in Senaki Military base at Moment
None of occupational troops are stationed in Senaki military base at the moment.
As Koba Kilasonia, the governor of Senaki reported InterpressNews, mine clearing team is expected to come to the place. After the team has finished its operations, units of Georgian army will maintain its position there.
As for the other regions of Samegrelo – Chkhorotsku and Tsalenjikha, Russian militants remain stationed there. Invaders have reinforced their positions, occupied a several days ago, there. They have dug trenches and have brought containers there. According to the released information, the troops are not going to leave the territory.
As Koba Kilasonia, the governor of Senaki reported InterpressNews, mine clearing team is expected to come to the place. After the team has finished its operations, units of Georgian army will maintain its position there.
As for the other regions of Samegrelo – Chkhorotsku and Tsalenjikha, Russian militants remain stationed there. Invaders have reinforced their positions, occupied a several days ago, there. They have dug trenches and have brought containers there. According to the released information, the troops are not going to leave the territory.
Rally Engaged to Support Georgia to be held in Bern Today
A rally engaged to support Georgia is supposed to be held in the city of Switzerland - Bern.
The organizer of the action is Georgian association of fellow countrymen in Switzerland.
As InterpressNews was reported by the organizers, the rally is to be held outside of City Hall of the city. The protestors will express protest against Russia’s aggression, encroachment of sovereignty of Georgia and call the international community for backing the country.
Action is planned to start at 14:00 pm. (Swiss Time)
The organizer of the action is Georgian association of fellow countrymen in Switzerland.
As InterpressNews was reported by the organizers, the rally is to be held outside of City Hall of the city. The protestors will express protest against Russia’s aggression, encroachment of sovereignty of Georgia and call the international community for backing the country.
Action is planned to start at 14:00 pm. (Swiss Time)
Nino Burjanadze to Pay Visit to USA
Nino Burjanadze, the President of the fund ‘For Development of Democracy ‘will leave for USA today, August 23.
Nino Burjanadze will attend NDI and IRI conferences on the invitation of Democratic and Republic Parties and will hold meetings with political leaders.
In the framework of her visit, Nino Burjanadze will meet the representatives of the US State Department and UN. The meeting with the international media is planned as well.
Nino Burjanadze will attend NDI and IRI conferences on the invitation of Democratic and Republic Parties and will hold meetings with political leaders.
In the framework of her visit, Nino Burjanadze will meet the representatives of the US State Department and UN. The meeting with the international media is planned as well.
Rally Engaged to Support Georgia to be held in New York today
A rally engaged to support Georgia to be held in New York today, August 23.
As InterpressNews was reported, the rally is to be held in Manhattan. Protestors will express protest against Russia’s aggression once again.
Rally participants are supposed to pass the streets with Georgian flags and white T-shirts. The action is due to start 15:00 pm (US Time).
As InterpressNews was reported, the rally is to be held in Manhattan. Protestors will express protest against Russia’s aggression once again.
Rally participants are supposed to pass the streets with Georgian flags and white T-shirts. The action is due to start 15:00 pm (US Time).
Special Session of Parliament to be held Today, August 24
A special out of turn session will be held in the Parliament of Georgia today, August 23.
It is not known yet, which issues are to be discussed at the session.
The special session is due to start at 12:00pm.
It is not known yet, which issues are to be discussed at the session.
The special session is due to start at 12:00pm.
President of Romania Pays Visit to Georgia August 21
President of Romania Traian Basesku will visit Georgia on August 21.
The First Person of Romania will leave for the President Chancellery from Tbilisi International Airport and meet with Georgian President Mikheil Saakashvili at 12.00pm.
The sides will discuss the situation existing in Georgia and Russian-Georgian conflict. Traian Basesku will leave for Tbilisi in the afternoon.
The First Person of Romania will leave for the President Chancellery from Tbilisi International Airport and meet with Georgian President Mikheil Saakashvili at 12.00pm.
The sides will discuss the situation existing in Georgia and Russian-Georgian conflict. Traian Basesku will leave for Tbilisi in the afternoon.
Eduard Kokoity Abolishes State of Emergency in South Ossetia
De facto president of South Ossetia Eduard Kokoity has abolished the state of emergency in South Ossetia, - the RIA Novosti agency reports regarding this.
Kokoity has declared the state of emergency one month ago on August 17. Moreover, curfew has been set up on the territory of Tskhinvali.
‘The state of emergency and curfew has been abolished since 21.00pm, August 20’, the decree released by de facto president says.
Kokoity has declared the state of emergency one month ago on August 17. Moreover, curfew has been set up on the territory of Tskhinvali.
‘The state of emergency and curfew has been abolished since 21.00pm, August 20’, the decree released by de facto president says.
Fire Broken out at Asureti Village, in Vicinity of Kiketi Has already Been Liquidated
Fire broken out at Ausreti village, in the vicinity of Kiketi has been already liquidated.
As Head of Tbilisi Civil Service for Emergency Situations Temur Giorgadze reported InterpressNews, fire broken out approximately one hour ago is completely liquidated. About 1000-1500 m2 wood land has been burnt.
According to Giorgadze, threat of spreading fire in the direction of Kojori was real.
As previously reported, two Russian aircrafts have dropped missiles in the vicinities of the forest situated in the vicinities of Kiketi.
As Head of Tbilisi Civil Service for Emergency Situations Temur Giorgadze reported InterpressNews, fire broken out approximately one hour ago is completely liquidated. About 1000-1500 m2 wood land has been burnt.
According to Giorgadze, threat of spreading fire in the direction of Kojori was real.
As previously reported, two Russian aircrafts have dropped missiles in the vicinities of the forest situated in the vicinities of Kiketi.
Ekaterine Tkeshelashvili Holds Number of Bilateral Meetings at NATO Headquarters in Brussels
On the sidelines of the NATO Foreign Ministerial Session on the situation in Georgia, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Georgia Eka Tkeshelashvili held a number of bilateral meetings at NATO headquarters in Brussels.
As the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported InterpressNews, on August 19, the Georgian Foreign Minister met with US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, Minister of Foreign Affairs of France Bernard Kouchner, Federal Foreign Minister of Germany Frank-Walter Steinmeier, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada David Emerson, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands Maxime Verhagen, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Bulgaria Ivailo Kalfin and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Norway Jonas Gahr Støre.
Moreover, the same day a working dinner was held with the Foreign Ministers of the New Group of Friends. The Georgian Foreign Minister also met with OSCE Chairman-in-office, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Finland Alexander Stubb and High Representative of the Common and Security Policy of the European Union Javier Solana.
During these meetings, Minister Tkeshelashvili provided her foreign colleagues with exhaustive information on the Russian Federation’s military aggression against Georgia and the ongoing occupation. It was underlined that Russia continues naval and transport blockade disrupting military as well as civilian infrastructure and inflicting irreparable economic damage on the country.
The foreign diplomats unequivocally reaffirmed their support for Georgia’s independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity and the necessity of Russia’s unconditional compliance with its commitments under the ceasefire agreement, envisaging, in particular, immediate withdrawal of Russian troops from the Georgian territory. The Alliance member states were unanimous in pledging their support for Georgia in various important fields.
The countries also expressed their readiness for active involvement in terms of providing humanitarian assistance and carrying out restoration works on the territory of Georgia.
As the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported InterpressNews, on August 19, the Georgian Foreign Minister met with US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, Minister of Foreign Affairs of France Bernard Kouchner, Federal Foreign Minister of Germany Frank-Walter Steinmeier, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada David Emerson, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands Maxime Verhagen, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Bulgaria Ivailo Kalfin and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Norway Jonas Gahr Støre.
Moreover, the same day a working dinner was held with the Foreign Ministers of the New Group of Friends. The Georgian Foreign Minister also met with OSCE Chairman-in-office, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Finland Alexander Stubb and High Representative of the Common and Security Policy of the European Union Javier Solana.
During these meetings, Minister Tkeshelashvili provided her foreign colleagues with exhaustive information on the Russian Federation’s military aggression against Georgia and the ongoing occupation. It was underlined that Russia continues naval and transport blockade disrupting military as well as civilian infrastructure and inflicting irreparable economic damage on the country.
The foreign diplomats unequivocally reaffirmed their support for Georgia’s independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity and the necessity of Russia’s unconditional compliance with its commitments under the ceasefire agreement, envisaging, in particular, immediate withdrawal of Russian troops from the Georgian territory. The Alliance member states were unanimous in pledging their support for Georgia in various important fields.
The countries also expressed their readiness for active involvement in terms of providing humanitarian assistance and carrying out restoration works on the territory of Georgia.
Georgian Foreign Ministry Releases Official Statement regarding Emergency Session of UN Security Council
The Georgian Foreign Ministry has released an official statement regarding an emergency session of the UN Security Council held in New York, on August 19.
According to the Ministry, Permanent Representative of Georgia to UN Irakli Alasania addressed the Security Council session acquainting its members in detail with the existing situation in Georgia. He asserted that the Russian Federation is carrying out a massive military intervention in Georgia and urged the Council members for action.
Under-Secretary-General for Political Affairs Lynn Pascoe and Assistant Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations Edmond Mulet expressed their deep concern over the situation in Georgia and called on the Russian Federation for immediate compliance with the commitments undertaken on the basis of the ceasefire agreement.
Representatives of the United States, United Kingdom, France, Italy, Belgium and Costa Rica also registered unanimously their support for the principles of Georgia’s territorial integrity, sovereignty and inviolability of borders and urged Russia for adherence to the commitments under the ceasefire agreement and immediate withdrawal of its troops from the territory of Georgia.
‘The Permanent Mission of France to the United Nations developed a draft resolution of the UN Security Council, which should provide legal guarantees for the fulfillment of the peace agreement reached between Georgia and Russia.
Despite the commitment undertaken by the Russian Federation at the highest level to fulfill this agreement, Russia’s Permanent Representative to UN V. Churkin insisted on removal of the key points of this agreement from the draft resolution, which made it impossible to adopt the document.
The international community should no longer be surprised at the fact that the Russian Federation, which in the 21st century occupied the territory of Georgia thus lifting the veil from the hitherto disguised priorities of its own foreign policy, does all in its power to prevent the UN Security Council from adopting a resolution that could make Russia give up on its designs’, the statement released by the Ministry reads.
According to the Ministry, Permanent Representative of Georgia to UN Irakli Alasania addressed the Security Council session acquainting its members in detail with the existing situation in Georgia. He asserted that the Russian Federation is carrying out a massive military intervention in Georgia and urged the Council members for action.
Under-Secretary-General for Political Affairs Lynn Pascoe and Assistant Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations Edmond Mulet expressed their deep concern over the situation in Georgia and called on the Russian Federation for immediate compliance with the commitments undertaken on the basis of the ceasefire agreement.
Representatives of the United States, United Kingdom, France, Italy, Belgium and Costa Rica also registered unanimously their support for the principles of Georgia’s territorial integrity, sovereignty and inviolability of borders and urged Russia for adherence to the commitments under the ceasefire agreement and immediate withdrawal of its troops from the territory of Georgia.
‘The Permanent Mission of France to the United Nations developed a draft resolution of the UN Security Council, which should provide legal guarantees for the fulfillment of the peace agreement reached between Georgia and Russia.
Despite the commitment undertaken by the Russian Federation at the highest level to fulfill this agreement, Russia’s Permanent Representative to UN V. Churkin insisted on removal of the key points of this agreement from the draft resolution, which made it impossible to adopt the document.
The international community should no longer be surprised at the fact that the Russian Federation, which in the 21st century occupied the territory of Georgia thus lifting the veil from the hitherto disguised priorities of its own foreign policy, does all in its power to prevent the UN Security Council from adopting a resolution that could make Russia give up on its designs’, the statement released by the Ministry reads.
Georgian Foreign Ministry Welcomes Statement Adopted by NATO Ministerial
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia welcomes the statement adopted by the NATO Foreign Ministerial Session on the situation in Georgia.
As the statement released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia says, a special reference should be made to NATO’s firm position on the urgency of unconditional implementation of the ceasefire agreement and immediate withdrawal of Russian troops from the territory of Georgia.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia expresses its gratitude to the Alliance member states for their readiness to render humanitarian and economic assistance to Georgia.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia commends the Alliance’s decision to set up a NATO-Georgia Commission and expresses readiness to start, after reaching an agreement on respective modalities, active cooperation in this format in near future.
‘Georgia is determined to continue cooperation with the Alliance in the frames of Intensified Dialogue on Membership Issues and expresses hope that its relations with NATO will move to a qualitatively higher level of Membership Action Plan (MAP)’, the statement of the Ministry reads.
As the statement released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia says, a special reference should be made to NATO’s firm position on the urgency of unconditional implementation of the ceasefire agreement and immediate withdrawal of Russian troops from the territory of Georgia.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia expresses its gratitude to the Alliance member states for their readiness to render humanitarian and economic assistance to Georgia.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia commends the Alliance’s decision to set up a NATO-Georgia Commission and expresses readiness to start, after reaching an agreement on respective modalities, active cooperation in this format in near future.
‘Georgia is determined to continue cooperation with the Alliance in the frames of Intensified Dialogue on Membership Issues and expresses hope that its relations with NATO will move to a qualitatively higher level of Membership Action Plan (MAP)’, the statement of the Ministry reads.
Dmitry Medvedev Claims Russian Armies Are Leaving Georgian Inner Territories
Russian President Dmitry Medvedev claims that Russia is taking its troops from internal territories of Georgia.
As the press service of the Kremlin reports, Medvedev declared about this in a phone conversation with his French counterpart Nicolas Sarkozy.
According to Dmitry Medvedev, after setting of check-points and dislocation places on August 22, part of peacekeepers will be taken to security temporal zone.
‘The contingent arrived to help peacekeepers, will leave for South Ossetia and Russian territories’, Medvedev stated.
A phone conversation between Medvedev and Sarkozy was held on the initiative of the French side on August 19.
As the press service of the Kremlin reports, Medvedev declared about this in a phone conversation with his French counterpart Nicolas Sarkozy.
According to Dmitry Medvedev, after setting of check-points and dislocation places on August 22, part of peacekeepers will be taken to security temporal zone.
‘The contingent arrived to help peacekeepers, will leave for South Ossetia and Russian territories’, Medvedev stated.
A phone conversation between Medvedev and Sarkozy was held on the initiative of the French side on August 19.
Main Hearths of Fire Localized in Borjomi-Kharagauli Forest Reserve
Main hearths of fire have been already localized in Borjomi-Kharagauli wood, though several hearths of fire still are broken in distance places. Dying of the fire takes place by mechanical means.
Minister of Environment Protection and Natural Resources Irakli Ghvaladze stated radio ‘Palitra’ that they are waiting for special aircrafts from Turkey.
According to him, liquidation of the fire, presumably, will take place on August 22. According to the Minister, fire has negative influence over micro-climate of the forest reserve.
According to the existing information, about 300-hecter territory has been already burnt.
Minister of Environment Protection and Natural Resources Irakli Ghvaladze stated radio ‘Palitra’ that they are waiting for special aircrafts from Turkey.
According to him, liquidation of the fire, presumably, will take place on August 22. According to the Minister, fire has negative influence over micro-climate of the forest reserve.
According to the existing information, about 300-hecter territory has been already burnt.
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