  Russia offers U.S., EU to join in securing peace at Caucasus September 27, 2011 - 20:56 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Russia is ready to act as a guarantor in non-use of force agreement between Abkhazia, Georgia and South Ossetia, Russian Foreign Minister told the United Nations General Assembly. According to Sergey Lavrov, Russia would welcome the U.S. and EU’s adoption of similar responsibilities. “As guarantors, we’ll be ready to take steps to prevent use of force in the region or settle the situation based on International Law norms in case of illegal use of force,” the FM stressed.   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 Narek Manasyan wins European Boxing Championships silver for Armenia  Armenia’s Narek Manasyan (92kg) won Armenia’s second silver medal at the European Boxing Championships 2024 on April 28.Blinken urges Azerbaijan to continue negotiations with Armenia Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken has urged Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev to continue negotiations with Armenia.Pashinyan, Blinken talk Armenia-U.S. ties over the phone Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan had a phone conversation with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on April 28, Pashinyan’s office reports.Titus, Bilirakis lead legislation to sanction Azerbaijani war criminals Representatives Dina Titus (D-NV) and Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) have introduced the bipartisan legislation. |
