Eduard Shevardnadze was a prominent Georgian politician and diplomat, born on January 25, 1928. He served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Soviet Union from 1985 to 1990, playing a key role in the end of the Cold War and the dissolution of the Soviet Union. His efforts in promoting reforms and dialogue were significant during this transformative period. After the fall of the Soviet Union, Shevardnadze became the President of Georgia from 1995 to 2003. His leadership was marked by attempts to stabilize the country and integrate it into the European Union and NATO. However, his presidency faced challenges, including corruption and political unrest, leading to his resignation during the Rose Revolution in 2003.