Russian Deputy FM says talks with Iran "going well"April 14, 2012 - 17:48 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov, who is leading Moscow's delegation at nuclear talks between six world powers and Iran on Saturday, April 14 said the atmosphere between the two sides was constructive and that things were "going well", Reuters reported. "The atmosphere is constructive, the conversation is business-like. As of the moment, things are going well," Ryabkov said in Istanbul, where the talks were being held. Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads. Partner news | Cyprus parliament honors Armenian genocide victims Acting House President Zacharias Koulias noted that April 24 marks the “black anniversary” of the Armenian genocide. Armenia PM, France envoy discuss regional matters Issues related to the consistent development of Armenia-France cooperation were discussed. Azerbaijan razes historic Armenian church to ground Azerbaijan has demolished the historic Armenian Church of St. John the Baptist (known as Kanach Zham). Russia to begin assessing migrant workers' speaking skills Rosobrnadzor is planning to change the Russian language exam for migrant workers and include an assessment of speaking skills |