What caused the 2008 Russia-Georgia war? Given Russias recent annexation of Crimea, how can the United States and its allies prevent further wars between Russia and its adversaries in Ukraine and the Baltic States?

What caused the 2008 Russia-Georgia war? Given Russias recent annexation of Crimea, how can the United States and its allies prevent further wars between Russia and its adversaries in Ukraine and the Baltic States?

This is the essay question, it needs to be a critical analysis.
Refer back to the core principles of Realism, Liberalism and also look at Constructivism and how these all can explain why the war was caused. Also how these principles may help prevent war.

Refer to the influence the United Nations can have- Within Realism.
What conventions will assist the US and its alliances in preventing more war.

How can Multi National Companies – through liberalism help prevent war.