original_query: What is the significance of Russia cutting off all air connections between Russia and Georgia?
query: What is the significance of Russia cutting off all air connections between Russia and Georgia in August 2008?
answer: Russia cutting off all air connections between Russia and Georgia in August 2008 was a significant escalation of the 2008 South Ossetia War.  It was a major disruption of relations and further isolated Georgia internationally during the conflict.