It looks like Saakashvili's provocations stirred the Russian bear -- with entirely predictable consequences. Unfortunately, Georgians are suffering the consequences of his irresponsible leadership. It's simultaneously risible and tragic when something like this happens and some fearless leader cries for help from the international community. Thinking like a state isn't exactly rocket science.
First rule of sovereignty: don't pick a fight you can't win by yourself.
Second rule of sovereignty: don't expose your civilian population to external attacks unnecessarily.
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The violation of these rules is criminal.
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Photo credit: Zurab Kurtsikidze/European Pressphoto Agency
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