The problem of Samtskhe Javakheti is an obstacle for the Armenian-Georgian relations, head of Yerkir Union said.

"The situation is getting worse, specifically in the light of the recent arrests of Armenian activists," Sevak Artsruni told journalists in Yerevan. "Due to official Yerevan's neglect of the problem, the international community pretends not to notice the anti-Armenian policy pursued by the Georgian authorities."

"We do not wait for the Armenian government to take action. We urge the international community and Georgia to respect the rights of Armenians in Samtskhe Javakheti and put an end to Georgia's outrageous policy in the region," Artsruni said.