Russia reiterates support for Abkhazia and South Ossetia as tensions with Georgia persist
Officials in Sokhumi criticized remarks about Abkhazia, while Russia said it would continue supporting the territories' statehood and called for Tbilisi to initiate restored diplomatic ties.
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Why it matters
The dispute concerns Russian-backed breakaway territories and could sustain tensions between Russia and Georgia.
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- Zakharova claims Russia will continue supporting 'statehood' of occupied Abkhazia and Tskhinvali ↗georgiatoday.ge · Recorded source date: Aug 26, 2026, 4:17 PM UTC
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