The "National Movement" states that Levan Varshalomidze, the former head of the Adjara government and a member of the "National Movement," has been arrested in Kazakhstan.

As one of the party leaders, Levan Bezhashvili, mentioned to the media, Varshalomidze was arrested while crossing the border through the airport.

According to Bezhashvili, the preliminary information suggests that the case involves information sent from the Russian Federation related to a criminal case concerning Varshalomidze’s political consulting activities with the Ukrainian government.

He also stated that the criminal case initiated by the Russian Federation is completely unfounded.

Levan Bezhashvili emphasized that there is a risk of extradition, which is why proper communication is necessary to "save Levan Varshalomidze from illegal detention."

"Our information shows that Levan Varshalomidze was arrested in Kazakhstan while crossing the border via the airport. According to preliminary information, the case concerns information sent from the Russian Federation related to a criminal case involving Levan Varshalomidze and his political consulting activities with the Ukrainian government.

There is a risk of extradition, so at this moment, all of our resources are engaged to ensure proper communication with both the Ukrainian authorities and the Kazakh authorities, to provide real information and ensure that the Kazakh authorities make a decision that aligns with the best interests of both Georgia and Kazakhstan.

It is clear to everyone that the criminal case initiated by the Russian Federation is completely baseless, and it is understandable why this case has been opened. Therefore, proper communication is needed to save Levan Varshalomidze from illegal detention," said Levan Bezhashvili.