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Top Foreign Affairs Dem Wants $1 Billion In Georgia Aid; Invasion Stalls Cooperation With Russia
Posted by mediaman
Russia's invasion of neighboring Georgia could one of the "most significant events to occur in Europe since the end of communism," according to the chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee and a potential Democratic vice-presidential candidate.
On The Hill: War Survivors Group Condemns Russia's Use Of Munitions
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A Washington-based group that says it represents survivors of armed conflicts is condemning Russia's use of banned munitions in its war with neighboring Georgia.
Russia dropped cluster bombs on two towns in Georgia, killing at least 11 civilians and injuring dozens more, according to the group, known as Survivor Corps. More than 100 countries agreed to a ban on cluster munitions earlier this year because of the unacceptable harm they cause to civilians, the organization notes in an email.
On The Hill: Georgia Crisis Will Make Russia 'Huge Challenge' For Next President
Posted by mediaman
The ongoing military crisis between Russia and neighboring Georgia "calls into question" the Russia policies of the last three presidents and the next president will have to re-evaluate those policies, according to a former top diplomat.
On The Hill: Congressional Leaders Condemn Russian Invasion
Posted by mediaman
While President Bush and the two men who would succeed him have taken the headlines in responding to Russia's week-old military operation in neighboring Georgia, top House Democrats and Republicans have added their voices to the criticism. Leaders from both parties released a rare joint statement condemning Russia's actions.
Moscow ousts Tokyo as world's costliest city
Posted by Billbar from Reuters
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