This was stated by Russian Deputy Foreign Minister, Alexander Grushko.

“Get out now or risk the consequences,” the head of US diplomacy said.

Diplomats noted that increased frequency of crossing the borders of Russia, Abkhazia, and South Ossetia once again indicates the need for direct negotiations between Tbilisi, Sukhumi and Tskhinvali.

An unauthorized protest action also took place in Saint Petersburg.

Azerbaijani troops shelled at the two Armenian villages and attempted to conduct an act of sabotage.

Seven people died.