European and Georgian flags lowered in Strasbourg in honor of Patriarch Ilia II

In front of the Palais de l’Europe, the flags of Europe and Georgia were lowered to honor the late Ilia II.

The decision was made by Alain Berset as a mark of respect for the memory of the Catholicos-Patriarch.

Ilia II passed away on 17 March at the age of 93. A period of national mourning has been declared in Georgia. He will be laid to rest at Sioni Cathedral on 22 March.