**Lithuania Publishes List of 102 Sanctioned Georgian Citizens**
In a move that has sparked controversy, Lithuania has published a list of 102 Georgian citizens who are banned from entering the country. According to the search system on the website of Lithuania’s Migration Department, these individuals will not be allowed to enter the country until December 2029 or February 2030.
The list includes many high-profile Georgians, such as former Prime Minister Bidzina Ivanishvili and ex-President Kakha Kaladze. These individuals are barred from entering Lithuania until December 2029. The restrictions also apply to several other notable figures, including Vakhtang Gomelauri, Shalva Bedoidze, Ioseb Chelidze, Aleksandre Darakhvelidze, and Giorgi Butkhuzi.
Additionally, a further 74 Georgian citizens are banned from entering Lithuania until February 2030. This list includes politicians, business leaders, and public figures such as Dimitri Mchedlidze, Sulkhan Kiknadze, Irma Togonidze, and Lela Maridashvili.
**Who Are the Individuals on the List?**
The individuals on the list are a mix of politicians, businessmen, and public figures who have been involved in various controversies over the years. Some have been accused of corruption, while others have been linked to violent clashes with police or other groups.
One of the most notable individuals on the list is Kakha Kaladze, a former Prime Minister and UEFA President. Kaladze has been involved in several high-profile scandals, including allegations of corruption and money laundering.
Another individual on the list is Vakhtang Gomelauri, a former Defense Minister who was accused of corruption and abuse of power. Gomelauri resigned as Defense Minister in 2020 following a series of scandals involving his ministry.
**What Does This Mean for Georgian-Lithuanian Relations?**
The publication of this list is likely to have significant implications for Georgian-Lithuanian relations. Lithuania has been a strong supporter of Georgia’s bid to join the European Union, but this move suggests that tensions between the two countries are running high.
Georgia’s government has condemned the decision as “unjust” and “politically motivated.” In a statement, the government said: “We strongly condemn the unjust decision by Lithuanian authorities. This is a clear demonstration of Lithuania’s unwillingness to cooperate with Georgia and undermine our country’s relations with the European Union.”
**What’s Next?**
It remains to be seen how this situation will develop. The Georgian government has vowed to take action against what it sees as an unfair decision, while Lithuanian authorities have defended their move as necessary to maintain public order.
One thing is certain: the publication of this list has significant implications for both countries and may have far-reaching consequences for Georgian-Lithuanian relations in the coming months.