The two nations of Russia and Georgia have maintained a tenuous relationship for a decade.
Cracks in their relationship quickly formed after scientists discovered several sizable oil reservoirs within Georgia.
With Georgia refusing to potentially limit their oil exports, the Russian high command has seemingly authorized a strong-handed approach,
to bring Georgia in line with its [Russia] policies.
With several clashes across its borders, Georgia has urgently requested aid from NATO to defend its borders and assist with diplomacy, with the hope of quickly bringing this conflict to an end.