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US Indefinitely Postpones 'Noble Partner' Military Exercises with Georgia Amid Strained Relations

Jul 6, 2024, 07:40 AM

The United States has indefinitely postponed the military exercise 'Noble Partner' with Georgia amid strained relations. The decision follows the Georgian government's accusations against the U.S. and other Western entities, which the Pentagon has labeled as false. This move is part of a comprehensive review of bilateral cooperation initiated by the U.S. on May 30. The exercises were originally scheduled to take place from July 25 to August 6. The postponement has been linked to the adoption of a Russian-style 'foreign influence' law by Georgia's ruling party, which has further strained the strategic partnership between the two nations. President Salome Zurabishvili commented on the Pentagon's decision, highlighting the jeopardized strategic partnership.