Poul,

I’m not clear on a some of the reports regarding the destruction of Tskhinvali. And am not familiar with the city or terrain

It is reported in the WSJ and Guardian that a bridge was targetted by the Georgians, with the intention of stopping a Russian armored column, and that the Georgians destroyed Tskhinvali in the process, with an implication that it was a deliberate action.

Where is this bridge in Relation to Tskhinvali? How many kilometers is the bridge from downtown Tskhinvali?

Where was the Georgian artillery in relation to the bridge and to Tskhinvali?

Where were the Russian column in relation to the bridge, Tskhinvali and the Georgian artillery?

It has also been reported that the Georgians inhabited Tskhinvali overnight, between August 8-9.

Was there fighting during that time between the Georgians and the Ossetians/Russians?

If not, Is it your contention that the Russian Army and Air Force did not attack the Georgian forces in Tskhinvali? ever?

Did *any* Russian armaments fall on Tskhinvali?

Aether