Giorgi Baramidze, a prominent leader of the United National Movement, was detained by law enforcement at his home in Tbilisi on September 11, 2026. The Prosecutor General’s Office of Georgia is investigating the politician for high treason and sabotage, charges linked to his public statements regarding the war in Abkhazia and the fate of Georgian soldiers during the conflict.
Why was Giorgi Baramidze detained?
Giorgi Baramidze was taken into custody after the Prosecutor General’s Office launched an investigation into his public remarks about the Abkhazia war. The politician, who was escorted from his home in handcuffs, faces serious allegations of high treason and sabotage. He publicly questioned the charges during a social media broadcast, where he was seen being detained by authorities.
What are the legal charges?
The investigation focuses on comments Baramidze made claiming that Georgian men were shot rather than taken prisoner during the Abkhazia conflict. While the Prosecutor General’s Office has initiated formal proceedings, specific details regarding the evidence and potential penalties remain under review. Deputy Prosecutor General Amiran Guluashvili was scheduled to address the case during a briefing held on the evening of the arrest.
