Georgia: EU condemns Russia’s military presence in the occupied regions of Abkhazia and South Ossetia on 16th anniversary of aggression
On 6 August, The European Union reiterated its condemnation of Russia’s continued military presence in the occupied breakaway regions of Abkhazia and South Ossetia in violation of both international law and of Russia’s commitments under the 12 August 2008 six-point agreement.
In a statement on the occasion of the 16th anniversary of the start of the war between Russia and Georgia, which began on the night of 7 to 8 August 2008, EU High Representative Josep Borrell expressed the European Union’s firm commitment to a peaceful settlement of the conflicts in Georgia.
“The human rights of conflict-affected communities in Georgia continue to be violated, including through ’borderisation’ policies, closures of crossing points and illegal detentions by the Russian military and de facto authorities,” the statement said. “Restrictions on freedom of movement must end, violations of human rights must be investigated, and justice must be ensured for all victims.”
Since 2008, we are monitoring the impact of ‘borderisation’ on local communities.
— EU Monitoring Mission in Georgia (@EUMMGeorgia) July 29, 2024
Restrictions on movement affect access to properties, farmland, medical care, worship, education, and justice.
We continue to advocate for freedom of movement for all. pic.twitter.com/AIuOXmPCPD
Borrell added that the EU remained fully committed to peaceful conflict resolution, including through the EU’s engagement as co-chair in the Geneva International Discussions (GID), through the work of the EU Special Representative for the South Caucasus and the crisis in Georgia, and through the continued presence on the ground of the EU Monitoring Mission (EUMM Georgia).
The European Union also reiterated its unwavering support to the independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity of Georgia within its internationally recognised borders.
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