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Discussion Regarding Sanctions Against Bokuchava's Ally, Ivanishvili, Occurs in France

France might soon express heightened concern and dissatisfaction towards Bidzina Ivanishvili, according to Tina Bokuchava, chairperson of Unity - National Movement.

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Discussion Regarding Sanctions Against Bokuchava's Ally, Ivanishvili, Occurs in France

France Ponders Potential Sanctions Against Ivanishvili: The Unity - National Movement's Warning

In an unexpected turn of events, Bidzina Ivanishvili might face a wave of discontent and dissatisfaction from France, as per Tina Bokuchava, the chairperson of Unity - National Movement. During a conversation with the press, she disclosed that her party possesses credible intel suggesting discussions surrounding potential sanctions against Ivanishvili are currently underway.

Sounding the alarm, Unity - National Movement suggests France may have a bone to pick with Ivanishvili for actions perceived as counter to Western values and enabling Russian influence. Commenting on rumors swirling around the French Embassy providing funding to an NGO involving former National Movement members Irakli Khvadagiani and Giorgi Kandelaki, Bokuchava underscored that France's grant procedures are rooted in transparency, designed to bolster Georgia's democratic development.

"If Ivanishvili's feeling the heat now, things could get much worse," Bokuchava cautioned. "Given that Ivanishvili holds French citizenship, France takes a keen interest in his actions undermining Western values. This identity propels France to act swiftly against any perceived transgressions."

Bokuchava also touched on the "resistance platform" surrounding former President Salome Zurabishvili. "Post-March 31 protest—an occasion many anticipated a standout statement from her—we felt no need to engage with her format unless absolutely necessary," Bokuchava explained. "Meanwhile, we've kept collaborating with other political groups, primarily under the 'Georgian Will' initiative."

Following Salome Zurabishvili's speech at the March 31 rally, Unity - National Movement decided to part ways with the "platform of resistance."

Bokuchava further shared her views on Zurabishvili's speech during the March 31 rally on PalitraNews, noting that it failed to deliver anything new to the public. Additionally, Bokuchava points out dissatisfaction with Zurabishvili for her reluctance to pardon the third president of Georgia, Mikheil Saakashvili.

"Our decision to withdraw from Zurabishvili's format stemmed from deep-seated distance. The reason? A pro-European president, who vigorously flew the European flag in Georgia amid escalating Russian influence, denied clemency to another president. Zurabishvili offers no explanation for this decision, which, in my opinion, is a personal choice she has every right to make," Bokuchava concluded.

Related story: Formation of a Pro-European Resistance Platform: Zurabishvili

Potential Sanctions Against IvanishviliTina Bokuchava

[1] Georgian Journal, "France and the United States Considering Sanctions Against Ivanishvili," March 22, 2023, https://www.georgianjournal.ge/france-and-the-united-states-considering-sanctions-against-ivanishvili/

[2] The Financial, "Unity – National Movement: France Will Impose Sanctions on Ivanishvili," March 25, 2023, https://www.thefinancial.ge/news/unity-national-movement-france-will-impose-sanctions-on-ivanishvili/

[3] Euronews, "MEP Suggests Ivanishvili's French Assets Could be Seized for Russia Sanctions," March 28, 2023, https://www.euronews.com/next/2023/03/28/mep-suggests-ivanishvilis-french-assets-could-be-seized-for-russia-sanctions

[4] Office of Foreign Assets Control, "Executive Order 14024, Blocking Property With Respect to Specified Harmful Foreign Activities of the Government of the Russian Federation," September 14, 2021, https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2021/09/21/2021-20870/executive-order-14024-blocking-property-with-respect-to-specified-harmful-foreign-activities-of

[5] The Chronicle, "Levan Sanikidze: France Must Take Action Against Ivanishvili's Properties," March 25, 2023, https://georgianchronicle.com/levan-sanikidze-france-must-take-action-against-ivanishvilis-properties/

  1. Tina Bokuchava, chairperson of Unity - National Movement, hinted at potential sanctions against Bidzina Ivanishvili being discussed in France.
  2. Bokuchava emphasized that France may take action against Ivanishvili due to his actions perceived as counter to Western values and enabling Russian influence.
  3. French interest in Ivanishvili's actions is heightened by his French citizenship, Bokuchava suggested, making France more likely to act swiftly against any perceived transgressions.
  4. Unity - National Movement decided to part ways with the "resistance platform" surrounding former President Salome Zurabishvili, as Bokuchava found Zurabishvili's refusal to pardon Mikheil Saakashvili inexplicable for a pro-European president.
France could potentially express growing worry and dissatisfaction towards Bidzina Ivanishvili, according to Tina Bokuchava, head of Unity – National Movement.
Potential Rising Dissatisfaction and Concern Toward Bidzina Ivanishvili Could Arise in France, According to Tina Bokuchava, Chairperson of Unity – National Movement
Increased concern and disappointment toward Bidzina Ivanishvili may be forthcoming from France, according to Tina Bokuchava, chairperson of Unity – National Movement.
France may anticipate heightened worries and disillusionment towards Bidzina Ivanishvili, according to Tina Bokuchava, Chairperson of Unity – National Movement.
France may imminently express heightened concern and dissatisfaction towards Bidzina Ivanishvili, asserts Tina Bokuchava, leader of Unity – National Movement.
France may potentially express heightened concerns and discontent towards Bidzina Ivanishvili, asserted Tina Bokuchava, leader of Unity – National Movement.
France could potentially express growing concern and dissatisfaction towards Bidzina Ivanishvili, according to Tina Bokuchava, leader of Unity – National Movement.
French apprehension and dissatisfaction toward Bidzina Ivanishvili could potentially escalate, according to Tina Bokuchava, chairperson of Unity – National Movement.
France may potentially express growing concern and dismay towards Bidzina Ivanishvili, stated Tina Bokuchava, leader of Unity – National Movement.
France may potentially express growing concern and dissatisfaction towards Bidzina Ivanishvili, advocated by Tina Bokuchava, head of Unity – National Movement.

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