Lavrov criticizes EU for "confession of guilt" over Georgia's membership status

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov accused the European Union (EU) of making a “confession of guilt” by failing to recognize Georgia as a priority partner and candidate for EU membership.

He made these comments following the consultative regional platform “3+3” meeting involving Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Russia, Türkiye, and Iran, focused on the South Caucasus, Caliber.Az reports via Russian media.

Lavrov pointed to the EU's reaction to Georgia's recent legislation mandating transparency for foreign funding of non-governmental organizations and measures aimed at preventing LGBT propaganda.

He stated, “The EU immediately declared that Georgia is no longer considered a priority partner for discussions on EU membership, citing violations of European values. If these values entail funding subversive activities and promoting the current LGBT agenda, then that speaks volumes. This is a confession of guilt, revealing the true nature of these so-called European values.”

Furthermore, Lavrov highlighted the significant threat posed to the South Caucasus by external players attempting to impose their own agendas. He warned that such actors are not working to resolve regional issues for the benefit of all involved countries but are instead promoting NATO-centric frameworks and block processes, sowing division among neighbouring nations and using their influence as a means of pressure.

By Tamilla Hasanova