Anniversary of Russia's armed aggression against Georgia: the EU condemns the occupation of Abkhazia and South Ossetia
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The EU supports Georgia and condemns the Russian occupation of its territories for 16 years. Borrell called for an end to human rights violations and emphasized support for Georgia's sovereignty.
The European Union has been steadfastly supporting Georgia and condemning the occupation of its territories by Russia over the past 16 years. This is stated in a statement by EU High Representative Josep Borrell, UNN reports.
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August 7 marks the 16th anniversary of the outbreak of the war between Russia and Georgia in August 2008. The European Union's commitment to a peaceful resolution of the conflicts in Georgia remains firm. We reiterate our condemnation of Russia's military presence in the occupied breakaway regions of Abkhazia and South Ossetia, which is a violation of international law and Russia's commitments under the six-point agreement of 12 August 2008
He also emphasized that human rights violations against the conflict-affected population in Georgia continue, including as a result of the "borderization" policy, the closure of crossing points and illegal detentions by the Russian military and de facto authorities.
Restrictions on freedom of movement must end, human rights violations must be investigated, and justice must be provided for all victims
According to him, the European Union is in favor of a peaceful resolution of the conflict, including the EU's participation in the so-called Geneva discussions.
We call on all participants in the Geneva discussions to engage constructively in the discussions in order to fully implement the six-point agreement of August 12, 2008. The EU underlines its unwavering support for Georgia's independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity within its internationally recognized borders
Recall
Valentyna Matvienko, chairwoman of the Federation Council of the Russian Federation, has declared her readiness to engage in a dialogue with Georgia at the parliamentary level. She noted that the results of the October elections in Georgia will determine the country's future course.