Shock and Awe Georgian style. A troubled former Soviet state still under the influence of Russia. Most of the former satellites struggle to keep their nations and democracies running - like the Ukraine.

Georgia actually is a very old nation - goes way back to antiquity. We can only hope for the best and support these emerging states to find their own peaceful way. One way is to oppose Tsar Putin and offer these vulnerable countries trade and security treaties. The EU and the US have both been slow to give staunch support. (And no, giving a missile shield and military bases to some of them is rather a military provocation to Russia instead of steady trade and exchange).