Armenian President anticipates progress on Karabakh in KazanJune 22, 2011 - 17:03 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The OSCE Minsk Group co-chairs exerted all efforts to secure finalization of the basic principles for the Nagorno Karabakh conflict settlement, Armenian President stated. As Serzh Sargsyan said during PACE plenary session, “we are talking about solving the issue by means of mutual concession. However, our situation would seem like a concession to the side that is looking for the convenient excuse to shoot at us. In such a situation, it will be very difficult for anyone to persuade society in Armenia, or society in Karabakh - the indigenous Armenian people living in Karabakh for centuries - that it is necessary to make certain concessions to a country where there is such intolerance and such extreme racist feelings towards Armenians.” As President Sargsyan further noted, “even under these circumstances, we travel to Kazan in anticipation of progress.” “However, we all should realize that an agreement can be finalized and effectively implemented only when the patterns of Armenophobia and racism are eliminated in Azerbaijan and an atmosphere of trust is formed. Naturally, no one may question the inherent right of the people of Karabakh to live freely and safely on their land and to be the masters of their destiny,” the President said. 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 | 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. Armenia, Russia discuss life extension of Metsamor nuclear plant Issues regarding the extension of life of the 2nd power unit of the Armenian Nuclear Power Plant were discussed in Yerevan. Armenians stage more campaigns against territorial concessions to Azerbaijan Protesters blocked more roads across Armenia on Friday, April 26 in continuing attempts to scuttle territorial concessions to Azerbaijan. |