**Two Georgian Officials Get Government Protection**
The Prime Minister of Georgia, Irakli Kobakhidze, has ordered state protection for two government officials. Giorgi Kalandarishvili, who heads the Central Election Commission, and Koka Kacitadze, in charge of the Special Investigation Service, will now have bodyguards.
**When Will Protection Start?**
The protection will start on January 1, 2025, and will be in place until July 1, 2025. The government says this is necessary for their safety, but didn’t explain why exactly they need it.
**Who Will Provide the Protection?**
The Special Service for State Protection will take care of keeping these officials safe. Their exact duties and how many bodyguards they will have were not specified in the decrees.