The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation (MID) has once again called on Georgia to conclude a legally binding agreement on the non-use of force with the de facto authorities of Abkhazia and the Tskhinvali region, following the conclusion of the 67th round of the Geneva International Discussions. According to a statement by the Russian foreign ministry, practical steps must be taken to ensure the security of Sokhumi and Tskhinvali. In this regard, the Russian side once again advocated for the drafting of a legally binding agreement on the non-use of force between Georgia and the de facto authorities of the regions.
“The Russian side made an urgent appeal to take—in accordance with the existing mandate of the Discussions—practical measures guaranteeing the lasting security of the RA [Republic of Abkhazia] and the RSO [Republic of South Ossetia]. This refers to the development of a legally binding agreement on the non-use of force between Georgia and the two sovereign republics.
Its conclusion would not only give a tangible impetus to the negotiation process under the auspices of the GID [Geneva International Discussions], but would also make a significant contribution to strengthening stability in the region as a whole,” the statement reads.
The Russian side also criticized the UN General Assembly resolution on internally displaced persons and refugees initiated by Georgia. Moscow believes that the discussion of such issues should take place exclusively within the framework of the Geneva International Discussions, where, according to the Russian side, representatives of Sokhumi and Tskhinvali have the opportunity to participate in the discussion.
The negotiators tentatively agreed to hold the next, 68th round of the Geneva International Discussions in November 2026.