Georgia’s Ruling Party Accuses German Ambassador of Secret Opposition Plot
German Ambassador Peter Fischer is facing criminal accusations from Georgia’s ruling party, Georgian Dream. The claims, broadcast on pro-government TV channels, suggest he secretly met opposition figures to discuss violent protest strategies. Fischer has denied any wrongdoing, calling the allegations baseless.
The dispute comes as tensions rise between Tbilisi and Western diplomats over Georgia’s democratic record and media restrictions.
The controversy began when Georgian Dream accused Fischer of holding a covert meeting with opposition activists. According to the party’s claims, he allegedly told them protests would fail unless they triggered an 'Iranian scenario'—a reference to mass casualties. The ambassador, however, had already shared a photo of the gathering on his X account weeks earlier, describing it as a routine discussion with members of the Georgian Youth Union.
Participants at the meeting confirmed the encounter was their idea and said no violent scenarios were ever mentioned. Fischer later reiterated on social media that his post carried no hidden meaning, dismissing the accusations as fabricated. Despite this, no documentary proof has been presented by the media outlets repeating the claims.
The incident follows a pattern of escalating criticism against European diplomats in Georgia. Pro-government media have increasingly targeted foreign envoys, particularly as Western officials voice concerns over Georgian Dream’s democratic backsliding and tightening control over independent press. In response to the latest accusations, embassies from 27 European countries issued a sharp rebuke, defending Fischer and condemning what they called a smear campaign.
Activists argue the allegations are part of a wider disinformation effort aimed at discrediting protesters and undermining foreign diplomats. The Georgian Foreign Ministry has not publicly defended any German organizations linked to the case, nor has it addressed the lack of evidence behind the claims.
The row has deepened divisions between Georgia’s government and its Western partners. European embassies have stood firmly behind Fischer, while activists warn of a coordinated push to silence dissent. With no proof provided and the ambassador’s transparency confirmed, the accusations remain unproven—but their impact on diplomatic relations is already clear.
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