NATO urges Russia not to overthrow Georgia 's government . US Embassy in Tbilisi declares ` ` disaster '' in Georgia , OKs funds . The conflict began last week after Georgia said it launched a military operation Thursday in South Ossetia after artillery fire from separatists killed 10 people . U.S. will send aid , but no talks on ` ` getting involved militarily , '' official response . Most ministers in Group of Eight express concern over increasing civilian casualties .
NATO urges Russia not to overthrow Georgia 's government . US Embassy in Tbilisi declares ` ` disaster '' in Georgia , OKs funds . U.S. will send aid , but no talks on ` ` getting involved militarily , '' official response . Most ministers in Group of Eight express concern over increasing civilian casualties .