Taklama

Analysis, book reviews and photography from Abkhazia and the wider Caucasus --- updates when time permits

Genocides and politics in the Caucasus - part 2

After previous deliberations, Georgia's parliament has now on 20 May formally recognised the Circassian Genocide which took place towards the end of the Russian Empire's conquest of the region, culminating in 1864.

In itself, it is a good thing that these events have been recognised for what they are. However …

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