The issue of Zaza Gakheladze is high on the agenda. Such a statement made the EU Special Representative for the South Caucasus and the crisis in Georgia, Toivo Klaar, before the 53rd round of the Geneva International Discussions.

“From the European Union side, we have also raised this in different contexts. It is an important humanitarian gesture that should happen as soon as possible. It’s almost now a year since he was imprisoned, and it is time that he is let go.

I don’t believe that Zaza Gakheladze would be immediately released as a consequence of today’s meeting, but I am hopeful that today’s meeting can contribute to that...

We may be frustrated at times with progress in the Geneva Talks, but I’m always hopeful that as there is and when there is a new momentum, then we can make good use of this forum to progress on all the important issues”, - said Toivo Klaar.