The de facto government of Georgia’s Russian-occupied Tskhinvali region (South Ossetia) has resigned following discussions on the implementation of agreements reached between Moscow and the region’s de facto authorities, Ossetian media reports.
The issue was reportedly discussed during a government session focused on the further development of Russia–South Ossetia cooperation and the execution of agreements reached between the two sides. Following the meeting, de facto Prime Minister Dzambolat Tadtaev and his cabinet stepped down.
De facto leader Alan Gagloev said the move is linked to the consistent implementation of decisions reached at the highest political level, aimed at strengthening what he described as the allied relationship between the Russian Federation and South Ossetia.
“The most important agreements were reached during the meeting between South Ossetian President Alan Gagloev and Russian President Vladimir Putin. A logical continuation of these decisions was the signing of an agreement on May 9 to deepen cooperation between the Republic of South Ossetia and the Russian Federation, providing for expanded cooperation in a number of key areas,” Gagloev’s press service said in a statement.
Until a new head of government is appointed, First Deputy Prime Minister Konstantin Dzhioev will serve as acting chairman of the de facto cabinet.
The current government will continue to perform its duties until the de facto parliament approves a new prime minister.
Reportedly, Marat Kambolov is being considered as the leading candidate for the post.
“The new head of the Cabinet of Ministers will be tasked with ensuring the effective implementation of the provisions of the signed agreement, as well as all Russia–South Ossetia agreements,” the statement said.
The press service further claimed that the agreement signed on May 9 represents an important step toward strengthening the strategic partnership between South Ossetia and Russia, creating new opportunities for deeper integration processes and movement toward closer unification with Russia.
In recent days, Ossetian Telegram channels have also circulated reports alleging that Moscow has demanded the resignation of de facto leader Alan Gagloev himself in the near future. Those reports have not been officially confirmed.
