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Russian soldiers point their guns at Georgian troops on the outskirts of Gori, 14 Aug
US warns Russia of long-term impact
US defence chief Robert Gates warns relations with Russia may be damaged but says he sees no prospect of US military deployment in Georgia.
Eyewitness: Gori's fiery mix
In pictures: Georgia tension
Anger smoulders in rebel city
Eyewitness: Shrapnel wounds
Georgians fear revenge attacks
Seeking refuge in Tbilisi
Attacked on the frontline

A ground-based interceptor is test launched in California (Image: MissilA ground-based interceptor is test launched in California (Image: Missile Defense Agency) US and Poland sign defence deal
The US and Poland sign a deal on plans for the controversial US missile defence shield, which Russia strongly opposes.

American Airlines planes (file image) US airline 'broke safety rules'
American Airlines committed safety breaches including flying planes known to need repairing, US aviation officials allege.


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