Russia
Ambassador: John Beyrle
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Sovereignty and Territorial Integrity of Georgia
Assistant Secretary Crowley (Aug. 13): "We think that Russia and other countries in the region should respect Georgia’s internationally recognized borders. Russia has made commitments as part of the ceasefire agreement, and we hope that they will respect the commitments under that agreement." Full Text
Russia-Ukraine Relationship
Assistant Secretary Crowley (Aug. 12): "It is important for Ukraine and Russia to have a constructive relationship.... But going forward, Ukraine has a right to make its own choices, and we feel that it has a right to join NATO if it chooses. And, obviously, we support that right." Full Text
The Abduction and Murder of Humanitarian Zarema Sadulayeva and Husband, Alik Dzhabrailov
Assistant Secretary Crowley (Aug. 11): "The United States is deeply saddened and troubled by today’s reports of the abduction and murder of humanitarian Zarema Sadulayeva and her husband, Alik Dzhabrailov. And we do have deepening concern about the violence of those who are advocating human rights, the rule of law, and independent media and humanitarian assistance in the North Caucasus." Full Text
U.S.-Russian Relations
Assistant Secretary Gordon delivered statements before the House Foreign Relations Committee (7/28) and House Armed Services Committee (7/30).
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