Today marks the 33rd anniversary of the Defense Forces of Georgia. I wish all of you a happy holiday as we celebrate it with special pride. This day belongs to you, each brave and professional service member protecting our country’s independence, peace, and freedom, Georgian Prime Minister stated in his speech at event in Vaziani celebrating the 33rd anniversary of Defense Forces of Georgia.

According to the Head of Government, caring for the army and service members, and further appreciating their merits, is one of the main priorities and duties of the Government.

“Greetings, Mister Parliament Speaker, Mister Tbilisi Mayor, Mister Defense Minister, Mister Chief of the Defense Forces, generals, officers, sergeants, privates and corporals, honorable guests, ladies and gentlemen!

In my greeting, I intentionally omitted the previous speaker, and I will not insult the Georgian army by commenting on her political statements that are totally inappropriate for today’s event and the high rank of president. Everyone will be held responsible by God for violating the Constitution and betraying the country”, - said Irakli Kobakhidze.

President of Georgia attended the ceremony dedicated to the Day of the Georgian Army. Salome Zourabichvili issued a strong rebuke to the officials’ rhetoric at yesterday’s rally organized by the ruling Georgian Dream.