DW-WORLD:
Russia Retains Control Over Georgian Port as Tensions Increase
Russian forces were still deployed deep inside Georgia Saturday,
Aug.
22, keeping their grip on a strategic port city, as Moscow
continued to brush aside Western accusations it was failing to
abide by a ceasefire deal. (23.08.2008)
DW-WORLD:
EU, US Leaders Criticize Incomplete Russian Withdrawal
Despite a Friday deadline to completely withdraw from Georgia,
Russian forces are reportedly still in key positions Saturday,
prompting criticism from EU and US leaders. (23.08.2008)
DW-WORLD:
Obama, McCain Use Georgia to Boost Foreign Policy Profile
Barack Obama said he supports President Bush's position in the
Caucasus crisis, while John McCain used the conflict to highlight
his foreign policy skills. But the next US president will have to
repair ties with Russia. (22.08.2008)
(Deutsche Welle)
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