**EU Slams Georgian Government Over Jailing of Prominent Journalist**
The European Union has strongly condemned the sentencing of Mzia Amaglobeli, a prominent Georgian journalist, to two years in prison. The EU also expressed grave concern over the use of the justice system as a tool to silence independent voices.
According to a statement issued by Anitta Hipper, the European Union’s Lead Spokesperson for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, “media freedom and the right to freedom of expression are cornerstones of any democratic society.” The EU believes that journalists should be able to carry out their work without fear of persecution or undue restraint.
**A Threat to Democracy**
The EU sees the targeting and silencing of independent media by the Georgian authorities as a serious threat to democracy. It undermines the very foundation of democracy, contradicts Georgia’s international obligations, and goes against the European aspirations of the Georgian people.
**Call for Release**
The EU has called on the Georgian government to release Mzia Amaglobeli and others who have been unjustly detained. The statement also emphasizes the importance of upholding and ensuring the right to a fair trial as a fundamental principle of justice and a key pillar of democratic governance.
**Supporting Civil Society**
The European Union stands with the Georgian people and their European aspirations, and remains committed to supporting civil society and independent media. This is a clear message that the EU will not tolerate any attempts to undermine democracy and freedom of expression in Georgia or elsewhere.
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