Nika Gvaramia: If we want our jurisdiction to extend over Abkhazia again, we will have to make certain concessions. But on the condition of EU membership and the existence of a state named Georgia, with its constitutional coverage of Abkhazia.
Vano Abramashvili: I think that we can talk with the Abkhaz even under the conditions of occupation. This simply requires political will and the correct formats.
Tornike Sharashenidze: First and foremost, both sides must acknowledge their mistakes and crimes. After this step, all other processes will proceed more easily.
Malkhaz Toria: "Georgian and Abkhaz views of history mirror competing nationalisms. Both sides see Abkhazia as exclusively their own. Dialogue is needed—not to change minds, but to foster deep mutual understanding"
Inal Khashig and political analyst Astamur Tania discuss the sharp increase in aggressive rhetoric regarding Abkhazia within the Georgian segment of social networks.
The Abkhaz opposition leader on political disagreements as the main threat to security; on the upcoming parliamentary elections; and on how to convince Georgia to abandon its illusions and recognize Abkhazia as a state.
