EU Monitoring Mission Condemns Killing of Georgian Citizen by Russian Occupying Forces
By Liza Mchedlidze
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
The European Union Monitoring Mission in Georgia (EUMM) has released a statement concerning an incident that occurred at the breakaway region's South Ossetian Administrative Boundary Line, leading to the tragic loss of a Georgian citizen's life. The statement starts by confirming the information and extending condolences to the deceased person's family and loved ones.
EUMM strongly condemns the use of force in any form and emphasizes deep concern over the lethal shooting incident. The EU Monitoring Mission stresses the importance of preventing such incidents to uphold peace, security, and stability in the region.
The statement calls on all involved parties to exercise restraint and take necessary measures to prevent any further escalation. It highlights the EUMM's active monitoring of the situation and its efforts to reduce tensions. Additionally, it mentions the utilization of the EUMM-managed Hotline for exchanging information related to the shooting incident.
"The EU Monitoring Mission in Georgia (EUMM) confirms that an incident occurred at the South Ossetian Administrative Boundary Line, resulting in the tragic loss of a Georgian citizen's life. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the family and loved ones of the deceased.
We condemn in the strongest terms the use of force in any form, and express our utmost concern over the deadly shooting incident. It is imperative that such incidents are prevented to maintain peace, security, and stability in the region.
We call upon all parties involved to exercise restraint and to take all necessary measures to prevent any further escalations. We are monitoring the situation closely, and are working to diffuse tensions, including through the extensive use of the EUMM-managed Hotline to exchange information surrounding the shooting," the statement reads.
