**Countries Opposed Sanctions on Georgia**
The Prime Minister of Georgia, Irakli Kobakhidze, spoke to journalists about a statement made by the government. The statement thanked five countries for supporting Georgia at an EU Council meeting.
These countries were Hungary, Slovakia, Luxembourg, and two others that were not named. Kaja Kallas from Estonia mentioned these four countries as opposing sanctions on Georgia. A journalist from Radio Liberty confirmed that Romania also opposed the sanctions.
**Why Did These Countries Change Their Minds?**
Kobakhidze said that the government had reliable information about these countries’ positions. He also mentioned other countries, such as Spain and Italy, which he believed opposed the sanctions. However, Kobakhidze’s statement was met with skepticism by some.
**Pressure from the West**
The Prime Minister referred to a situation in Romania where the Constitutional Court changed its decision after being pressured by Matthew Miller from the US Embassy in Bucharest. The court annulled presidential elections in Romania due to concerns about external interference.
Kobakhidze suggested that similar pressure may have been applied to other countries, including Hungary, Slovakia, and Luxembourg. He thanked these countries for their support, despite what he called “speculations” from the opposition.
**A Message of Gratitude**
The Prime Minister ended his statement by expressing gratitude to all the countries that supported Georgia at the EU Council meeting. He emphasized that the government’s decision was based on reliable information, and he appreciated the support received from these nations.
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