**Government Condemned Over Tragic Death of Tornike Rizhvadze**
A leading political scientist in Georgia has condemned the government over the tragic death of Tornike Rizhvadze, a young man who died after being confronted by authorities. According to Gia Khukhashvili, Rizhvadze’s letter, which was recently made public, serves as an indictment against the government.
Rizhvadze’s letter reveals that he was accused of involvement in the drug business and corrupt dealings by the authorities. However, instead of following proper procedures, the authorities resorted to a “criminal confrontation” with him, which ultimately led to his death. Khukhashvili believes that Rizhvadze’s letter is a clear indication that the government was engaged in a lawless and unjustifiable action.
**Linking Two Cases**
Khukhashvili also drew parallels between Rizhvadze’s case and the detention of businessman Giorgi Ramishvili. Both men, he argued, were subject to certain pressures that were likely related to large sums of money. Khukhashvili suggested that the authorities were demanding money from a certain circle of people, and if they didn’t comply, they would face problems.
Ramishvili’s detention at the airport for allegedly carrying an illegal weapon was described by Khukhashvili as “highly absurd.” He believed that Ramishvili was simply not allowed to leave the country, and from this, we can assume that he had become part of a “cash register replenishment” scheme. This scheme, according to Khukhashvili, involves the authorities demanding money from certain individuals or groups.
**Systemic Attack**
Khukhashvili’s comments suggest that Rizhvadze’s death and Ramishvili’s detention are not isolated incidents but rather part of a larger systemic attack by the government on certain individuals or groups. This has raised serious concerns about the rule of law in Georgia and the extent to which the authorities are willing to go to achieve their goals.
As Khukhashvili noted, “Tornike Rizhvadze’s letter is an indictment of the government.” It remains to be seen whether the government will take action against those responsible for these tragic events.
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