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The government responded to the arrest of high-ranking representative of Georgia’s Patriarchate, who is charged with plotting a murder of Georgia’s Catholicos Ilia II, reports Novosti-Georgia.

The Prime Minister of Georgia Giorgi Kvirikashvili said, that this case is under his personal control, and he regularly receives an update.  

"We all avoided a huge tragedy and prevented a crime against our country, a treacherous attack on our church. I would like to thank the law enforcement agents for their prompt and efficient work, "said Kvirikashvili.

"Due to the current extraordinary situation, I’ve sent my personal body guards to Berlin, together with the head of the Special Service to strengthen security measures on the spot," said the prime minister. 

Kvirikashvili stressed the importance of a thorough and professional investigation of the case. "The most important thing is that the surgery was successful, and the patriarch feels good. I wish him a quick recovery, also a prosperity to our people and our country with all my heart; I am planning to leave for Germany to attend the Security Conference in Munich, and I will personally pay a visit to His Holiness, "he said.

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