Nov 1st, 2008 · A rebel army outside the eastern capital of Goma is pushing for direct talks with the government. But despite major territorial gains this week, they have yet to reach the bargaining table. NPR's Gwen Thompkins joins guest host Alison Stewart from a rebel-controlled area.
Aug 26th, 2008 · Russia has formally recognized the breakaway Georgian territories of Abkhazia and South Ossetia, which were at the heart of the recent war with Georgia. President Dmitry Medvedev said Georgia forced Russia's hand by trying to seize control of South Ossetia.
Aug 26th, 2008 · Georgian leaders have reacted angrily to news that Russia had recognized the independence of South Ossetia and Abkhazia. Georgia's president declared it has no legal basis. He and other Georgians fear it will lead Russia to eventually annex the two territories.
Aug 26th, 2008 · Russia recently recognized the independence of two breakaway Georgian territories. Western leaders are condemning the action. Russian President Dmitry Medvedev said the move was prompted by Georgia's attempts to seize control of South Ossetia and Abkhazia.
Aug 26th, 2008 · Russian President Dmitri Medvedev defied U.S. pressure and signed a decree Tuesday recognizing the independence of the breakaway Georgian territories of South Ossetia and Abkhazia. The move will further complicate strained relations with the U.S.
Aug 14th, 2008 · Russian military forces continue to occupy South Ossetia and Abkhazia, in what appears to be a defiance to compromise with Georgia over the disputed territories. Host Michel Martin talks to Davit Mamulaishvili, a graduate student from Georgia, about the conflict and its impact on the people there.
Aug 14th, 2008 · Russia appeared to back away from a promise to withdraw troops from the Georgian town of Gori, as a top Russian official declared Thursday that Georgia's territorial integrity could be forgotten.
Aug 12th, 2008 · The war between Russia and Georgia is based on the territorial claims of two ethnic groups, but it's also a re-assertion of Russian power along its borders.