"The killing of Temirlan Machalikashvili is the result of criminal actions of the government," Nugzar Tsiklauri, a member of the National Movement said at a today`s briefing. He criticized the actions of the government.

Members of the opposition think that any form of protest used by the Georgian citizens is legal. Nugzar Tsiklauriexpressed condolences to the family of the deceased young man.

The UNM assesses the government"s actions as actions against national interests.

"The actions of the government were directed against the national interests of the country and the principles of humanism. We consider it a grave crime not transfering Machilikashvili to hospital for hours after he was shot, "- said Tsiklauri.