Devoted Georgian fighters for Ukraine showcase bravery, self-sacrifice, and relentless resistance
Georgian Legion: A Symbol of Solidarity in Ukraine's Fight Against Russian Aggression
The Georgian Legion, a self-funded foreign military unit, has become the largest and most organized foreign military unit in Ukraine, standing alongside the country in its fight for freedom and territorial integrity. Established in 2014 as a response to Russia's aggression in Eastern Ukraine and the annexation of Crimea, the Legion has been involved in key battles and operations across Eastern Ukraine, earning a reputation for professionalism, resilience, and effectiveness.
The Legion's commander, Mamuka Mamulashvili, and Levan Pipia, both Georgian citizens, were recently awarded a high-ranking Ukrainian military honour for their service on the frontlines of the Russia-Ukraine war. This historic recognition marks the Legion's significant contribution to Ukraine's defense against Russian aggression. The award was presented by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, following a unanimous vote in Ukraine's parliament, signaling broad state support and underscoring the Legion's legitimacy as a fighting force.
Mamulashvili, who leads the Legion, is a powerful symbol of Georgian-Ukrainian solidarity and resistance against Russian expansionism. His close cooperation with Ukraine's Security Service has allowed him to dismantle an assassination network operating primarily in Kyiv. Despite the threats, including an online campaign to discredit the Georgian Legion and a bounty of USD 100,000 for Mamulashvili's assassination orchestrated by Russian security forces, morale remains high among the fighters.
The future of Georgia itself is tied to this war, as stated by the Legion commander. The current Georgian government, however, does not represent the will of the Georgian people who overwhelmingly support Ukraine. This sentiment is in stark contrast to the once friendly ties between Georgia and Ukraine, which have frayed since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
The Georgian Legion's fighters are mostly Georgians who have been fighting long-term in Ukraine, making them the largest foreign contingent in the country. Some of them have contracts with Ukraine's armed forces, but many do not. International support for the Georgian Legion mainly comes in the form of training and technology. The Legion's officers attend foreign courses to keep pace with evolving warfare.
The Legion continues to expand and is deploying mobile artillery units, engaging in sabotage, intelligence gathering, and frontline offensives, especially in the volatile Kharkiv and Sumy regions. As the conflict continues, the Georgian Legion serves as a powerful symbol of Georgian-Ukrainian solidarity and resistance against Russian expansionism.
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