Russian Deputy FM to discuss nuke issue with IranNovember 14, 2012 - 21:44 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov will hold talks with Iran’s point man on the nuclear issue Saeed Jalili, RIA Novosti reported citing IRNA news agency. The Russian diplomat arrived in Iran on a surprise visit, Western media said. The Russian Foreign Ministry has neither confirmed nor denied the reports. Ryabkov, who is reportedly now in Tehran, is due to meet with Jalili, who is also secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security, later in the day. According to Iranian media reports, the two officials will discuss the situation in Syria and a time frame for the next round of Iran’s negotiations with the group of international mediators. Ryabkov has already met with Ali Bagheri, deputy secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security, IRNA said. Ryabkov was quoted by the Financial Times on Sunday as saying Moscow would support bilateral talks between the United States and Iran on Tehran's nuclear program. Last Friday, Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad reiterated his call for direct talks with the U.S., Iranian media reported. The United States, Israel and some of their allies accuse Iran of pursuing non-civilian objectives in its nuclear energy program. Iran rejects the allegations, arguing that it is entitled to develop and acquire nuclear technology for peaceful purposes. Russia has said it will scuttle any UN Security Council resolution that could be interpreted as allowing military action against Iran. 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 | 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. |