10 August 2008 - The White House has warned Russia that its moves in Georgia could have a “significant long-term impact” on relations between Washington and Moscow.

“We deplore the dangerous and disproportionate actions by Russian forces and we would be particularly troubled if these attacks are continuing now as the Georgians are pulling back,” U.S. President George W. Bush's deputy national security adviser, James Jeffrey, said.

Georgian forces were pulled out from Tskhinvali this morning – the move described by the Georgian officials in their public statements as “a tactical regrouping” of the forces.

The U.S. official said it would be key to see the Russian reaction to the withdrawal of Georgian forces.