Topic: Abkhazia

Russia's case on Georgia territories: Like Kosovo or not?

Tuesday, after invoking Kosovo to recognize two separatist republics, Russia changed its tack.

Syria eyes an edge amid Russia-U.S. rift

Damascus is seeking an arms deal with Moscow, a move that would bolster its position in the Middle East.

Russia maintains pressure with recognition of Georgian territories

Medvedev approved the move a day after parliament voted unanimously in favor of it.

Russia's gains in Georgia may leave it more isolated

In the coming weeks, the West will be shaping a long-term response to what many see as Prime Minister Vladimir Putin's bid to change the post-cold-war world.

Reporters on the Job

Letters to the Editor

Readers write about the Russo-Georgian conflict.

Russia-Georgia conflict: Why both sides have valid points

As Russian troops prepare to withdraw from Georgian bases and cities they invaded last week, a look at the two contradictory stories of what happened and why.

'New Europe' urges West to rethink Russian ties

Seizing on the conflict in Georgia, East European countries are pushing for strong measures against an aggressive Moscow they say they know all too well.

Petropolitics at heart of Russia-Georgia clash

Oil-pipeline routes, market leverage make struggle a 'battle for energy.'

Russian support for Iran sanctions at risk amid Georgia rift

The US bid to promote a fourth round of sanctions may get lost amid sharp dispute over Russian military action in Georgia.

Love's standard for Russia and Georgia

A Christian Science perspective on daily life.

Russia's big Caucasus win

Moscow has gained leverage, threatened Georgia's pro-West leader, and bolstered national pride.

Russian military triumph leaves pro-West Georgia uncertain

Georgian President Mikheil Saakashvili's failed attempt to retake South Ossetia may cost him dearly in Georgia, one of the strongest US allies in Russia's backyard.

U.S. limited in Georgia crisis

American effort to spread democracy wanes in post-Iraq era.

The Monitor's View: Refresh Georgia's 'Rose Revolution'

Bush drew a bright line around Georgia's democracy. Now he must act to bolster it.

Roots of Georgia-Russia clash run deep

The war broadened Monday as Russian troops moved beyond rebel provinces into Georgia proper.

The hard work of peace

Russian clout prevails in S. Ossetia

Georgian President Saakashvili called for international mediation over the breakaway region in a conflict some see as East vs. West.

Opinion: Russo-Georgian conflict is not all Russia's fault

But war could ignite further disputes in the region.

The Monitor's View: Russia's cold-war mentality

By going to war with Georgia, Russia is drawing a new Iron Curtain.

Russia, Georgia clash in breakaway statelet

After weeks of escalating skirmishes with South Ossetia, Georgia moved to regain control of the enclave. Russia responded by sending in tanks.

Putin faces green Olympic challenge

The Sochi 2014 Winter Games are threatened by a looming international boycott, environmental concerns, and public protests against local development.

Putin faces green Olympic challenge

The Sochi 2014 Winter Games are threatened by a looming international boycott, environmental concerns, and public protests against local development.

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