**Former Georgian Official’s Case Highlights Country’s Woes**
Nugzar Tsiklauri, a leader of the “Coalition for Change,” has spoken out about the case of Tornike Rijvadze, the former Chairman of the Adjara Government. According to Tsiklauri, this incident shows that even high-ranking officials are not safe in Georgia.
Tsiklauri made these comments on PalitraNews’ program “Day’s Newsroom.” He pointed out that the case is a perfect example of how things are not governed by law in Georgia, but rather by informal groups who use terror to push people around. This, he said, was demonstrated by Rijvadze’s own statement where he wrote about wanting to put a bullet in himself.
**A Warning to Those Who Commit Unlawful Acts**
Tsiklauri also spoke about the upcoming debates on Georgia in the European Parliament. He emphasized that those who commit unlawful acts must know that they are unacceptable to the civilized world. He noted that sanctions should be imposed on high-ranking officials, not ordinary citizens. This, he said, would protect the general public from being affected.
Tsiklauri also called for Western foundations to find ways to support Georgian media, NGOs, and researchers despite Georgia’s draconian laws. He stressed that this would be welcome as it would help promote freedom in the country.
**A Clear Divide Between “Georgian Dream” and the People**
In his conclusion, Tsiklauri made a clear statement about what is happening in the country. According to him, it’s not a political struggle, but rather between the “Georgian Dream” machine of terror on one side, and the Georgian people who want freedom on the other.
Tsiklauri’s words highlight the deep-seated issues within Georgia’s government and society. The case of Tornike Rijvadze serves as a warning that even those in power are not immune to the country’s problems. As Tsiklauri stated, it’s time for Western foundations to take action and support media, NGOs, and researchers who promote freedom.
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