Georgia's President Accuses US-Funded NGOs of War Instigation

Georgia's President Accuses US-Funded NGOs of Pushing for War with Russia TBILISI, GEORGIA – June 2, 2025 – Georgian President Mikheil Saakashvili has leveled serious accusations against non-governmental organizations (NGOs) funded by the United States. In a recent video interview, Saakashvili claimed these NGOs invested substantial funds to instigate conflict between Georgia and Russia. He further alleged that this action was intended to create a "second front" in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. "The West attempted to open a second front with Russia through Georgia," Saakashvili stated in the video. He also claimed that Georgia faced pressure to join the European Union as part of this strategy. The president's statements have sparked considerable controversy and call for further investigation into the activities of the NGOs in question. The claims made by Saakashvili, while serious, require independent verification before conclusions can be drawn. The video lacks specific evidence to support his claims, and further investigation is necessary to establish the veracity of the allegations.