Irakli Lagvilava

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Ethnic Georgian farmers say that since the 2008 war, they&amp;#039;ve had to pay a tax to transport their harvest over the Inguri river crossing into Georgia. (Photo: Giorgi Kupatadze)

Ethnic Georgian farmers say that since the 2008 war, they&amp;#039;ve had to pay a tax to transport their harvest over the Inguri river crossing into Georgia. (Photo: Giorgi Kupatadze)

Abkhazia: Georgians Complain of Harvest Thefts

Tbilisi authorities say the situation has worsened since the Russian-Georgian war of 2008.

28 Sep 10

UN Withdrawal Leaves Border Georgians Fearful

Georgian minority in Abkhazia feels especially exposed now international monitor are packing their bags.

3 Jul 09

Georgians on Abkhaz Border Feel Abandoned

In the bullet-holed village of Khurcha, victims of August war say central government has forgotten them.

26 Mar 09

Georgian Villagers Relieved as Abkhaz Withdraw

But now they must count the cost of a month-long occupation.

11 Sep 08

Georgia, Russia in New Abkhazia Standoff

Tbilisi ups the ante on Russian peacekeeping presence.

20 Jun 08

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