Patriarch Ilia II congratulates public on New Year, calls for Hope in 2026

The Catholicos-Patriarch of All Georgia has congratulated the public on the New Year 2026.

In his New Year’s message, the Patriarch extended congratulations to all citizens, with special wishes addressed to the younger generation.

“We congratulate one another on this holiday. Congratulations to all and especially to our youth. May this year be a fortunate one. We must remain hopeful,” Ilia II said.