Putin Congratulates Kambolov on South Ossetia Presidential Win

Russian President Putin congratulated Marat Kambolov on his election as President of the Republic of South Ossetia, reaffirming Moscow's alliance with Tskhinval. The congratulatory message underscores continued Russian backing for the breakaway region, which remains internationally unrecognized. This development signals continuity in Russia's influence over South Ossetia and its broader regional security posture.