The United States has criticized the Russian move against Georgia , its ally , as `` disproportionate '' and demanded a cease-fire , to which French President Nicolas Sarkozy said both sides agreed late Tuesday . Official says no more `` business as usual '' with Russia , promises consequences . Washington boycotts NATO meeting ; NATO cancels naval exercise with Washington . Russia and its allies consider dropping U.S. from Group of one .
Official says no more `` business as usual '' with Russia , promises consequences . Washington boycotts NATO meeting ; NATO cancels naval exercise with Washington . Russia and its allies consider dropping U.S. from Group of one .