Russian troops stationed in Georgia’s breakaway province of South Ossetia have shot and killed a Georgian civilian near the line of control in what the Georgian authorities denounced as “the most heinous act.”
“It’s complicated”, is the short answer. I am somewhat out of touch with the political situation there, unfortunately. I also understand that they want NATO and EU membership as well.
Their government is (was?) backed by a Russian oligarch. This makes it difficult to completely break free of Russian influence in that regard. Their prime minister is also intent on keeping up a working relationship with Moscow as well. While it would probably be political suicide for him to be “pro” Russia, being Russia “friendly” could be acceptable if it is seen as avoiding war.
Still, it would be an awesome time for them to take back any annexed territory. What’s left of Wagner is mostly in Africa and Russia is still visible in Syria. Combine that with the the war in Ukraine and Russia is not in a good spot.
“It’s complicated”, is the short answer. I am somewhat out of touch with the political situation there, unfortunately. I also understand that they want NATO and EU membership as well.
Their government is (was?) backed by a Russian oligarch. This makes it difficult to completely break free of Russian influence in that regard. Their prime minister is also intent on keeping up a working relationship with Moscow as well. While it would probably be political suicide for him to be “pro” Russia, being Russia “friendly” could be acceptable if it is seen as avoiding war.
Still, it would be an awesome time for them to take back any annexed territory. What’s left of Wagner is mostly in Africa and Russia is still visible in Syria. Combine that with the the war in Ukraine and Russia is not in a good spot.