but the Russians are not known for their mercy. When I lived there a colleague came out from the states on a business trip. He was involved in a car accident on his way to the airport to leave the country. Consequently he missed his flight and was arrested for outstaying his visa. He was kept in jail overnight and escorted to the airport. Russian hospitality for you!

Victory attained by violence is tantamount to a defeat, for it is momentary. Mahatma Gandhi