Germany has recalled its ambassador to Georgia, Peter Fischer,
for consultations following what Berlin described as increasingly
sharp rhetoric from Tbilisi toward the European Union and German
representatives.
Azernews reports that in a brief statement, the
German Foreign Ministry said:
“For months, the Georgian leadership has been waging a campaign
against the EU, Germany, and the ambassador personally. This is why
we have taken this decision.”
The recall, announced over the weekend, reflects a recent
cooling in diplomatic relations between the two countries but does
not amount to a formal downgrading of ties. Officials in Berlin
described the move as a temporary measure intended for “internal
discussions and assessment.”
The Georgian Foreign Ministry has not yet issued a formal
response to Germany’s decision. However, relations between the two
governments have been under strain since September, when Tbilisi
accused Ambassador Fischer of “interfering in internal affairs.”
Berlin rejected the accusation as “baseless” and reaffirmed its
respect for Georgia’s sovereignty.
The situation is expected to be discussed at the EU Foreign
Affairs Council meeting on Monday, where ministers will review
recent developments in Georgia and the broader South Caucasus
region.
Despite recent diplomatic tensions, both Berlin and Tbilisi have
emphasized their commitment to maintaining dialogue. Germany
remains one of Georgia’s key European partners, providing
development assistance, investment support, and backing for ongoing
reforms.
Observers note that such recalls are not uncommon in diplomacy
and often serve as a means of consultation rather than
confrontation.