The Estonian Foreign Ministry stated that a telephone exchange took place between the country’s foreign minister and his Georgian counterpart, with the discussion focusing on Mikheil Saakashvili, the former president of Georgia who remains imprisoned in his homeland. The information was transmitted by TASS. Reinsalu indicated that he raised concerns about Saakashvili’s medical treatment and urged that he be allowed to receive care abroad if necessary, so that his health could be properly assessed and appropriate treatment could be pursued outside Georgia when warranted.
Saakashvili returned to his birthplace in October 2021 amid a series of criminal proceedings he faced at home. His detention followed these developments, and the former Georgia leader described his confinement as politically motivated, even going on a hunger strike in protest. By May 2022, his health had deteriorated to the point where he was relocated from the prison system to a medical clinic in Tbilisi for evaluation and care, reflecting concerns raised by his supporters and international observers about his well-being and the conditions of his imprisonment.
Media coverage has highlighted demonstrations of support for Saakashvili, with actions reported in multiple cities across Georgia and in several other countries. These demonstrations have drawn attention to the broader political climate in Georgia, the ongoing legal proceedings facing the former president, and the international interest in ensuring that Saakashvili receives medical attention appropriate to his condition. The dialogue between Estonia and Georgia underscores the international dimension of Saakashvili’s case, including remarks that emphasize the importance of transparent, timely medical access and humane treatment while he remains in custody and awaits resolution of the legal processes that continue to unfold.