  Commander: Iran's navy fully prepared to defend country's interests December 3, 2011 - 10:04 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Iran's navy is "fully prepared" to defend the country's interests even in international waters, a senior navy commander said. “All activities of our enemies ... are within our reach. Our naval forces are fully prepared to defend the country's interests even in international waters,” IRNA quoted Siavash Joreh as saying. Iran is at loggerheads with Western powers over its nuclear program which they fear is aimed at making nuclear weapons. The United States and Israel do not rule out military action against Iran if diplomacy fails. Tehran says its nuclear work is peaceful.   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 Titus, Bilirakis lead legislation to sanction Azerbaijani war criminals  Representatives Dina Titus (D-NV) and Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) have introduced the bipartisan legislation.Armenia: Defense Ministry warns against involving army in political processes The Ministry’s statement came after a video surfaced online, showing soldiers joining the protests in Tavush.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. |
