Russia to keep naval base in Syria’s Tartus July 26, 2012 - 13:31 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Russia will keep its naval base in the Syrian port of Tartus, Navy chief Vice Admiral Viktor Chirkov said on Thursday, July 26, according to RIA Novosti. “The Russian Navy’s supply center in the Syrian port of Tartus will be preserved. We need it to provide maintenance and technical support to Russian warships during anti-piracy missions in the Gulf of Aden,” Chirkov said during an online broadcast, adding that the Mediterranean was the Black Sea Fleet’s strategic operational area. The navy commander also said that several Russian warships are currently holding drills in the Mediterranean, but will not enter Tartus. In late June, Moscow dismissed media reports that a large Russian amphibious ship carrying weapons and troops was en route to violence-hit Syria.   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 |  Latest news Titus, Bilirakis lead legislation to sanction Azerbaijani war criminals  Representatives Dina Titus (D-NV) and Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) have introduced the bipartisan legislation.Armenia: Defense Ministry warns against involving army in political processes The Ministry’s statement came after a video surfaced online, showing soldiers joining the protests in Tavush.Scholz hopes Armenia-Azerbaijan peace treaty will be signed this year German Chancellor Olaf Scholz hopes that a peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan will be signed this year.Ucom equips four bus stops in Ijevan with free Wi-Fi Ucom now provides free Wi-Fi coverage in smart bus stops in four communities of Ijevan. |
