Russia-Georgia Conflict in South Ossetia [electronic resource] : Context and Implications for U.S. Interests

Corporate Author:: Library of Congress. Congressional Research Service
Published:: [Place of publication not identified] : [publisher not identified], 2008.
Physical Description:: 39 pages : digital, PDF file

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Reviews background on 2008 Russia-Georgia war in South Ossetia region. Summarizes action in Abkhazia and Western Georgia, subsequent ceasefire, occupation operations, partial Russian withdrawal, Russian recognition of independence of the region, and the follow-on ceasefire agreement; and addresses implications for Georgia and Russia. Covers international humanitarian assistance, U.S. reaction to Russian recognition declaration, U.S. assistance, Georgia and NATO membership action plan, Congressional response, and recent legislation.

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