The joint photo of the Vice Prime Minister and the Prime Minister of Russia is still a matter of political assessments. Opposition parties say that similar actions of government officials serve the purpose of so-called softening of relations with Russia.

"The essence of the problem is not in the right behavior but in the relationship with Russia in general, when we try to soften as much as possible the relation and not irritate Russia," - said Ellen Khoshtaria, a member of the European Georgia.

Dmitry Kumsishvili`s decision to take a memorable photo with the Russian Prime Minister is called "wrong" in the National Movement.

Dimitri Kumsishvili`s explanation is shared by the parliamentary majority. According to the members of the ruling team, this was a photo arranged by the protocol and it should not be given political meaning.

"I do not think it is necessary to discuss such facts in a political context, this is defined by the protocol and the official standard. I understand the moral side of this issue and absolutely understand the emotional part of the issue, but it was an official protocol photo, as explained by the Minister, "- Eka Beselia said.

Dimitri Kumsishvili took a photo at the Black Sea Economic Cooperation forum, standing next to Dmitry Medvedev, head of the Russian government.