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Russia begins Georgia handover

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Russian troops have begun handing over control of the area around the town of Gori to Georgian security forces.

A Russian general in the area said Moscow's troops would remain nearby for several days to remove weaponry and help restore law and order in Gori.

Gavin Hewitt reports from Georgia.

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