Is there any credible evidence for the Russian claim that "Georgia attacked South Ossetia with a barrage ?

Question

of Grad truck-fired missiles before Russia invaded? I am very skeptical about this claim. But I have an open mind. What I care about are the actual facts. Credible evidence one way or the other would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

Answer 1

I watched these reports on Russia Today News channel here in the UK.  They interviewed Ossetians live on camera who had been attacked by Georgian troops.

Western media has finally accepted the fact that Georgia DID attack South Ossetia before the Russians entered Georgia.

Answer 2

I still haven't seen proof to any of these claims. Including those made by Georgia. There's a lot of mudslinging going on but no real proof.  I personally think both countries are equally capable of slaughtering mass civilians. And where are the pictures of all this evidence? That bothers me above all else.

Answer 3

You say you have an open mind yet are willing to doubt Russia despite not having any evidence to the contrary.

Sounds like a very prejudiced position to take to be honest.

I don't think the Georgians are denying that they started the offensive in South Ossettia to take it back under Georgian governmental control , are they?

Answer 4

there is plenty of evidence to support those claims.

Answer 5

The 2000 pilgrims that Georgia murdered is evidence enough for me.They should have left those people alone,many innocent women and children,and non combatants died for being in the wrong area,you don't kill for trespassing