A possible more positive outcome for the minority people in the break-away regions of Georgia, as well as Europe and Russia itself - could be if Russia stopped further incursion into Georgia and showed the world media that their foremost interests are defending the civilian population that was coming under attack, and getting a binding commitment from Georgia that they will not further attack the regions.
That way, they could calm Europe somewhat, although the damage has already been done to some extent.
But if the minorities can continue under russian protection, as well as the russians being able to foil further increase in Georgias military capabilities, then this could have a less positive effect for the US - although they are still the winners.
However, I truly hope that the russians will keep a somewhat cool head so that they can keep things "calm" and then go on to show the Ukraine and Europe that they mean no threat - while still preserving their strategic security goals in their bordering regions.
Well - a thought anyway ...
That way, they could calm Europe somewhat, although the damage has already been done to some extent.
But if the minorities can continue under russian protection, as well as the russians being able to foil further increase in Georgias military capabilities, then this could have a less positive effect for the US - although they are still the winners.
However, I truly hope that the russians will keep a somewhat cool head so that they can keep things "calm" and then go on to show the Ukraine and Europe that they mean no threat - while still preserving their strategic security goals in their bordering regions.
Well - a thought anyway ...


