France has condemned violence by law enforcement during protests in Georgia, emphasizing a commitment to protecting civil rights.
President Emmanuel Macron demanded the release of detainees, expressing concern over Georgia's drift away from EU integration.
While Georgian Dream acknowledged that Macron was worried about the situation, they did not confirm that he explicitly condemned the violence.
Macron's official statement stressed the repercussions of these events on EU-Georgia relations and called for inclusive dialogue among all political factions.
He expressed his willingness to assist in de-escalating tensions, a sentiment echoed by Georgian Dream's Bidzina Ivanishvili.
The conversation followed Georgian President Salome Zurabishvili's discussions with her French and American counterparts, where she highlighted the need for international support against repression in Georgia.
Overall, the situation reflects growing international concern for Georgian democracy amid ongoing unrest.