In 2008, Vladimir Putin Used What as a Pretext for Invading

question 2

Multiple Choice

In 2008, Vladimir Putin used what as a pretext for invading Georgia?

• A) terrorist threats
• B) pro-Western policies
• C) weapons of mass destruction
• D) the presence of ethnic Russians

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