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“I made mistakes. My supporters and I failed to prevent a main like [Mikhail] Saakashvili from acquiring absolute power. I should have criticized him earlier on.”

Quote by Irakli Okruashvili

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Irakli Okruashvili

Irakli Okruashvili, born on November 6, 1973, is an individual whose identity and profession remain unclear to the public. more

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“I would like to see more control and more criticism coming from Europe. The constant expressions of friendship for former President Eduard Shevardnadze, who made some contribution to German unity, were counterproductive for our country.”

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