Irakli Kobakhidze on prisoner Giorgi Davitadze: We witnessed speculative statements and false accusations, which is very unfortunate. Naturally, the matter has been fully clarified

Footage was released, and everyone saw the true modus operandi of our government. This is how Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze responded to the conclusion of the investigation into alleged sexual violence against convict Giorgi Davitadze—in which the Prosecutor's Office determined that no violence or criminal act of any kind had occurred against Davitadze.

According to Kobakhidze, this reflects the very approach the current government takes regarding penitentiary institutions, where human rights are upheld.

"First and foremost, our approach is very clear. Our guiding principle is that human rights must be upheld everywhere and for everyone. It does not matter what a person's past is—or a prisoner's past, or what crimes they may have committed—human rights must be protected universally and without discrimination. Naturally, this applies to Mr. Davitadze as well. Yet, in this instance, we witnessed speculative statements and false accusations, which is deeply regrettable. Of course, the truth came to light; the investigation was straightforward, footage was released, and everyone could see the true nature of our government’s approach—and the approach of the penitentiary system under this administration. You are aware of the state of the penitentiary system prior to 2012; the situation has changed radically since then. This is confirmed by various factors—including statistics—such as the mortality rate within the system, which has dropped approximately sixfold. This is the direct result of the fact that the principle of humanity now governs the penitentiary system, and we certainly intend to continue operating in this manner," he stated.