**Mayor Speaks Out Against Official’s Personal Spending**
The mayor of the capital, Kakha Kaladze, has spoken out against using budget money for personal expenses. This comes after a court sentenced former President Mikheil Saakashvili to 9 years in prison for embezzling a large amount of public funds.
**Kaladze’s Message**
According to Mayor Kaladze, it is not acceptable for officials to use public money for their own benefit. He said that such actions are “unthinkable” and that people should only spend their own savings on personal things, like educating their children or buying gifts for friends.
**Court Verdict**
The Tbilisi City Court delivered the verdict against President Saakashvili for embezzling public funds. The former president was sentenced to 9 years in prison.
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