On April 5, the Russian Foreign Ministry underscored the importance of prioritizing key objectives within the framework of the Geneva discussions, particularly aimed at ensuring lasting security for Abkhazia and South Ossetia. This entails the conclusion of a legally binding agreement on the non-use of force by Georgia against these republics, as well as initiating the process of delimitation and subsequent demarcation of the Georgian-Abkhazian and Georgian-South Ossetian state borders. These statements were made following the 60th round of discussions.

The Russian Foreign Ministry emphasized the growing significance of these objectives in light of perceived provocative actions by the United States and NATO in the Black Sea region. This includes the escalation of military training activities and plans for further expansion of the alliance, potentially incorporating Georgia as a member.

The Ministry highlighted serious risks to regional stability and security posed by ongoing military and biological activities by Washington and other NATO member states in the Transcaucasus, including Georgia.

Additionally, the Ministry expressed concerns regarding the European Union's support for the armed forces of Georgia through the "European Peace Fund," further complicating the regional dynamics.