The Russian Foreign Ministry released a statement on 20 January expressing concern at the escalation of tensions between the central Georgian authorities and the leadership of the Adjar Republic, Russian media reported. The statement specifically condemned \"extremist-minded forces\" such as the youth movement Kmara (Enough!), whose \"dangerous\" activities the ministry claimed pose a threat to stability throughout Georgia. It called for a \"political dialogue\" to resolve outstanding problems between Tbilisi and Batumi. Also on 20 January, several thousand supporters of Adjar leader Aslan Abashidze staged a march from Kobuleti to Batumi. The creation was announced the same day of a new moderate movement named Our Adjaria, whose unidentified founders listed their aims as preserving peace and stability. At the same time, they condemned the activities of Kmara activists, arguing that \"children of this age should not engage in politics.\" (Caucasus Press)