VIDEO: The Hostage Has Placed Bombs Inside the Building and Threatens to Detonate Them

The hijacker of a Georgian bank has released another video, stating: "I have placed bombs here; they will explode as soon as the door opens." One of the hostages says, "He has set a timer; he is not joking."

It should be noted that Georgian media also report that the deadline for the hijacker's ultimatum has expired. Family members of the hostages are gathered behind a police cordon outside. The police are keeping them at a distance. Reports indicate that there are 12 hostages, including 3 women.

Earlier, it was reported that the hostage-taker is still inside the bank in Kutaisi, demanding $2 million, a helicopter, and a Russian flag.