Georgian PM voices concern over Middle East developments, offers condolences to Israel in meeting with Israeli Ambassador
Photo: Government of Georgia
Georgian prime minister Irakli Kobakhidze on Wednesday expressed concern over the recent developments in the Middle East and extended condolences to Israel over the loss of lives in a meeting with Walid Abu Haya, the ambassador of Israel to the country.
Kobakhidze voiced hope that peace in the region would be restored in the near future and emphasised the importance of stability for the well-being and prosperity of countries and their peoples.
The discussion also touched upon the centuries-old friendly relations between Georgia and Israel.
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