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VIDEO: Protests highlight Georgia splits

Thu Aug 21, 2008 11:34pm EDT
Aug 21 - Rallies in South Ossetia and Abkhazia as the breakaway regions urge Russian recognition of independence.

Both pro-Moscow regions are internationally recognised as part of Georgia but have stepped up their push for independence since Georgia's conflict with Russia.

Paul Chapman reports.


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