Another activist leaves Georgia amid security concerns

Activist and protester Vakho Sebiskveradze has left Georgia, citing intensified surveillance and stalking from the authorities in recent weeks. Speaking to TV Pirveli, he revealed that he and his wife felt forced to leave the country due to security concerns.

“I was forced to leave with my wife because surveillance and stalking became more evident. This started around the time of the brutal ‘Night of Terror’ and continued even after I briefly left the city to escape the tense environment. Upon returning, the stalking resumed—especially in recent days. I noticed cars tailing me after work almost every evening, particularly Skoda vehicles. I tested it multiple times, and it was confirmed that I was being followed. While I didn’t receive direct threats or calls, the constant presence of these vehicles was a clear sign of persecution. It was dangerous for my family and me,” he said.

Sebiskveradze expressed gratitude to protesters and vowed to return soon.

His departure follows reports that two other well-known pro-European activists, Sandro Kinkladze and lawyer Mikheil Ramishvili, also left Georgia last week due to political pressure and safety concerns.