Public Defender Nino Lomjaria terms the arrest of Nika Melia, the leader of the United National Movement, at the office of the opposition party by the use of force as concerning.

The Public Defender had earlier evaluated the relevant court decision, saying that the application of the measure of detention against Nika Melia was neither substantiated nor necessary.

The Public Defender’s Office is monitoring the ongoing developments and will additionally inform the public of the situation of the detainees.