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Q Have you heard these reports that the Russians have taken that container of U.S. Humvees at the port in Poti, and also have taken some Georgians as prisoners?

MR. JOHNDROE: I can't speak to Georgians taken as prisoners. I understand there have been -- I think there have been some exchange -- exchanges of soldiers from both sides over the last few days. I know it's a point that the Georgians and Russians are trying to work through.

With regards to U.S. equipment, we have seen those reports, we are aware of it. There have been some indications from the Russians that they will secure the U.S. equipment. I think that is something that we would certainly encourage them to do quickly. And --

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