The United States is "closely following" the treatment of Georgia's hunger-striking former President Mikheil Saakashvili since his arrest on October 1, the State Department said on Thursday.
"We urge the Government of Georgia to treat Mr. Saakashvili fairly and with dignity. We also strongly urge the Government of Georgia to ensure Mr. Saakashvili is able to attend all court hearings for his pending criminal cases," the Department said in a statement.