U.S. Army General to discuss Israel’s possible attack on IranJanuary 16, 2012 - 17:29 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The top U.S. military commander is scheduled for talks in Israel this week, Israel said Sunday, January 15, at a time when the United States is concerned that Israel might be preparing to attack Iran over its nuclear program. According to AP, confirming the visit by Army Gen. Martin Dempsey, the chairman of the U.S. Joint Chiefs of Staff, the Israeli Defense Ministry did not give his agenda for talks with Israelis - but Iran is expected to be at the top. Israel considers a nuclear-armed Iran to be an existential threat because of its nuclear program, missile capabilities, support for anti-Israel militants in Lebanon and Gaza, and frequent references by its president to the destruction of Israel. Israel has repeatedly hinted it might take military action if international sanctions fail to stop Iran’s nuclear development. The U.S., Israel and other Western nations believe Iran is developing atomic weapons. Tehran insists its nuclear program is for peaceful purposes. Dempsey’s visit will be his first official trip to Israel since he assumed command of the joint chiefs on Sept. 30 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 | 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. |