Historical Events tagged with "ossetian"

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Politics & Government

South Ossetia Declares Independence from Georgia

September 20th, 1990 34 years ago

South Ossetia, a region within Georgia, made a historic move by declaring independence. This declaration followed growing tensions in the region, particularly as ethnic divisions became more pronounced. Located in the Caucasus mountain region, South Ossetia's self-proclaimed independence sparked significant political strife and unrest in Georgia, contributing to a series of conflicts in subsequent decades. The motivations behind the declaration were rooted in ethnic identity, desires for autonomy, and historical grievances against the Georgian central government.

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