Consequences of the Diplomatic Recognition of Abkhazia by the Syrian Arab Republic (2018)

... ‘native’ Abkhazians and not as attached to the language and paganism as they choose Russian language before Abkhazian at school and maintain Islam. Ekaterina Chimiris: Eastern Partnership Countries: Buffer Zone or Platform for Dialogue? The return of the Syrian-Abkhaz diaspora to Abkhazia, combined with Russian smart power, influenced Damascus’ political choice to recognize Abkhazia, and end bilateral relations with Georgia. Damascus’ decision has been influenced by the Abkhaz flexibility when it comes to religion. In Abkhazia, Muslims represent ...