Recent statements and events have put Georgia at risk of destabilization and chaos, which could have dire consequences for our country and every citizen, regardless of their political tastes or social status. Economic collapse, years of cessation of development, increased crime and a new wave of mass emigration – this is what threatens our country in the worst case.
Palitra Media believes that immediate steps must be taken to avoid a new wave of escalation.
We believe that one of the first steps towards de-escalation should be the release of innocent young people arrested during the protests that took place on Rustaveli Avenue in recent days since most of their protests were completely sincere.
We also believe that it is necessary to transparently investigate the facts of unjustified cruelty and the use of disproportionate force by law enforcement officers against citizens and punish the perpetrators.
All those who used physical violence against media representatives must be held accountable. It is doubtful that this massacre was deliberate since the beaten journalists are easily identified by their badges, video cameras, photo cameras or other paraphernalia. We would like to remind the relevant authorities that, according to the Criminal Code of Georgia and international conventions, obstructing journalistic activity is a criminal offense.
"Palitra Media" believes that such political decisions should be made quickly, which will return the country to its usual rhythm of life. There are precedents in international practice regarding painless exit from a serious political crisis, and Georgian legislation provides for such levers. The harsh scenario, first of all, will fall into the mill of the country, which occupies 20% of Georgia's territory and is waiting for the moment to begin a decisive attack on the sovereignty and independence of our country.
Of course, all political decisions and processes should serve one goal - the European integration of Georgia.
Georgia is Europe!
Source: https://www.interpressnews.ge/
Source: https://www.interpressnews.ge/