  Dimitrij Rupel: Karabakh settlement importantJanuary 30, 2008 - 17:52 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Resolution of the Nagorno Karabakh conflict is very important, EU President, Slovenian Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel said in his address to the European Parliament Committee on Foreign Affairs."The EU supports endeavors of the OSCE Minsk Group and welcomes extension of the European Neighborhood Policy. The EU Troika will continue visits to Azerbaijan, Armenia, Georgia, Turkmenistan and other republics," he said. Besides, Mr Rupel touched on climate changes, energy security, intercultural dialogue, accession talks with Turkey and Croatia, the situation in Gaza and Lebanon, Iran's nuclear program, developments in Iraq, Pakistan, Myanmar, Kenya and Chad.   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 |  Related sections 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. |
