MOSCOW, March 31 A single entity within Russia in the event of the unification of two Ossetias may be called Ossetia — Alania, said the President of South Ossetia, Anatoly Bibilov, on the air of Soloviev Live. He noted that such a name, in contrast to «just Ossetia», will emphasize the need to maintain ties with ancestors.
Yesterday, 19:26The Federation Council told how South Ossetia could become part of RussiaOn the air of Rossiya 24, the politician said that «the unification of Ossetia is necessary», and in Russia there are internal procedures for merging subjects “Most importantly, consultations with our Russian colleagues are already underway. Legal actions must be based on international law, there is a basis for this. South Ossetia is an independent state and can make those decisions that it considers vital for itself,” noted Bibilov. He stressed that the decision to become part of Russia is based on the «great desire of the people.» The day before, Bibilov said that South Ossetia would soon take legal steps to join Russia. A referendum on this issue may take place after the presidential elections in the republic, which are scheduled for April 10. On August 26, 2008, Moscow recognized the sovereignty of Abkhazia and South Ossetia. Russian leaders have repeatedly stated that the recognition of the independence of the two former Georgian autonomies reflects realities and is not subject to revision. Georgia still does not recognize Abkhazia and South Ossetia as independent states and considers them to be its regions. 
Yesterday, 23:59 Abkhazia announced that the country does not plan to be part of Russia
