Georgia will never accept occupation and will never give up freedom! - Mamuka Khazaradze, the leader of Strong Georgia-Lelo, writes on social networks on the occasion of the 18th anniversary of the August War.

As Khazaradze notes, the dedication of the fighters for independence reminds us that freedom is both a gain and a responsibility to protect the dignity, sovereignty and European future of the country.

“Glory to the heroes! The memory of those who fought for the freedom and independence of Georgia is eternal. Their dedication reminds us that freedom is both a gift and a responsibility - to protect the dignity, sovereignty and European future of our country. Georgia will never accept occupation and will never give up its freedom! Glory to Georgia! "- writes Khazaradze.

For information, 18 years have passed since the August war. In the August 2008 Russo-Georgian war, 170 servicemen of the Georgian Ministry of Defense, 14 servicemen of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and 224 civilians were killed.