  Azeri expert comments on strain in Baku-Moscow relations February 18, 2013 - 17:34 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - An Azeri political analyst cited several reasons behind strain in Baku-Moscow relations. “Russia intends to gain control over Azerbaijan which shows independence both in political and economic issues. Russia wasn’t happy about Azeri support of Georgian President Mikheil Saakashvili’s leadership,” Arastun Orujlu said. “NATO’s expansion closer to Russia’s borders is another reason,” SalamNews quoted the expert as saying.   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 Armenian, Saudi Foreign Minister meet in Riyadh  The two commended the positive dynamics of the development of political dialogue between Armenia and Saudi ArabiaPashinyan: Azerbaijan’s proximity shouldn’t worry border residents At the same time, he said that he “does not guarantee [the security of villagers] one hundred percent”.U.S. doesn’t see Russia as contributing to peace in Caucasus Patel made the remarks when asked about the implications of Russia’s withdrawal of peacekeepers from Karabakh.Up to 1% cashback when shopping on Wildberries with IDBank cards IDBank is launching an exclusive campaign on Wildberries for online shopping enthusiasts. |
