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Russia, Georgia: Nearing a Flashpoint?

Apr 29, 2008 | 18:59 GMT

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Summary

In recent days, Russia and Georgia have engaged in more of their ongoing tit-for-tat rhetoric. However, there are movements on the ground that could indicate efforts to bring tensions between Moscow and Tbilisi to a head. If this happens, there is a chance that the Russian-Georgian conflict could become a broader and more vicious battle.

Russia and Georgia could be gearing up for an open conflict -- one which could easily escalate into a broader conflict in the Caucasus. <em>(With Stratfor map)</em>...

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