Russia and EU at ‘crossroads’

EU leaders urged Russia not to isolate itself from the rest of Europe, in a meeting in Brussels on Monday. The 27 members of the union came together to review their ties with Moscow, but so far have shown little agreement on how specifically to respond to Russia’s actions in the Caucasus.

West speaks out against breakaway republics’ independence

A number of Western countries have voiced their opposition against Russia’s decision to recognise the independence of South Ossetia and Abkhazia.

A French Foreign Ministry spokesman said: “We consider this is a regrettable decision and…

Breakaway republics celebrate recognition by Russia

Russia’s recognition of Abkhazia and South Osettia has sparked jubilation in Georgia’s two breakaway republics. Celebratory gunfire has been going on for hours in the South Ossetian capital Tskhinval, along with blasts of loud, cheerful music. Similar scenes have occurred…