  Israel to ship Iron Dome air defense system to Azerbaijan October 4, 2016 - 11:25 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Israel will soon deliver to Azerbaijan an Iron Dome air defense system, Newz.az reports. According local media sources, Azeri MP Yevda Abramov said the system is ready to be delivered to the South Caucasus country. The move comes after Armenia at a parade marking the 25th anniversary of independence demonstrated Iskander ballistic missile systems along with various kinds of Russian military hardware. Iron dome is a tactical system of air defense intended for defense against uncontrolled tactical missiles with a flight range of 4-70 km. Read also: Israel unlikely to sell Iron Dome air defense system to Baku: expert   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 Former Pashinyan envoy urges end to Genocide speculation  Marukyan has urged authorities in Armenia stop discussions about verifying the names of 1.5 million victims.First Canadian expert join EU mission in Armenia The first Canadian expert to join the European Union’s civilian mission in Armenia has arrived in Armenia.Armenian cemetery in Fresno hit by arsons six times since January Six total incidents have burned 19 old-growth trees. Friday night 8 trees were torched along the beautiful main entrance.Iran vows to “decisively” defend sovereignty, national interests The Iranian embassy in Armenia has defended its “defensive and proportional action in in occupied Palestine.” |
