**Investigation into Chorchana Episode Continues**
The Prosecutor General’s Office of Georgia is still investigating the events surrounding the Chorchana episode. As part of this investigation, Davit Sujashvili, the former head of the Georgian Intelligence Service, has been summoned for questioning on July 24.
Sujashvili is expected to arrive at the agency at 13:00 as part of the ongoing investigation into allegations of sabotage and other serious crimes. This development comes after several high-ranking officials have already been questioned in connection with the case.
**Who Has Been Questioned Already?**
The list of individuals who have been questioned includes some prominent figures in Georgian politics and law enforcement. These include:
* Vakhtang Gomelauri, former head of the State Security Service
* Aleksandre Tabatadze, former deputy head of the State Security Service
* Kakhaber Kakhishvili, former head of the Government Administration
* Maia Tskitishvili, former Minister of Regional Development and Infrastructure
* Ivane Machavariani, former Minister of Finance
* Giorgi Khojevanishvili, former Governor of Shida Kartli
* Vazha Lomidze, head of the administrative unit of Tsagvli (which includes Chorchana)
* Vladimer Chachibaia, former Commander of the Georgian Defense Forces
* Levan Izoria, former Minister of Defense
Additionally, residents of the villages of Chorchana and Tsagvli have also been questioned as part of the investigation.
**The Allegations**
The Prosecutor General’s Office is investigating allegations of sabotage, attempted sabotage under aggravating circumstances, assisting a foreign organization or one under foreign control in hostile activities, and mobilizing financial resources for activities aimed against Georgia’s constitutional order and national security. These actions are being investigated under various articles of the Criminal Code of Georgia.
**Former Minister Giorgi Gakharia Under Scrutiny**
The investigation is also examining the actions taken by former Minister of Internal Affairs Giorgi Gakharia on August 24, 2019, near the village of Chorchana along the occupation line. The public is reminded that the suspicious circumstances surrounding the Chorchana outpost are being investigated within the framework of a Temporary Parliamentary Investigative Commission, where former Prime Minister Giorgi Gakharia has already provided explanations.
**What’s Next?**
The investigation into the Chorchana episode continues to unfold. As new information emerges, it will be essential for officials to provide clear answers and transparency to address public concerns and doubts. Only time will tell what the outcome of this investigation will be.
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