Russia, China vote against new Iran resolution on IAEA agenda March 6, 2012 - 18:09 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Russia and China have voted against including a new draft resolution on Iran into the agenda of the International Atomic Energy Agency’s Board of Directors, which is currently meeting in Vienna, The Voice of Russia reported citing ITAR-TASS news agency. A source in the Russian delegation has told the ITAR-TASS that the previous resolution passed by the IAEA Board at its November session is a comprehensive document and even though its implementation poses certain problems, it’s better than pushing the situation into a deadlock. The IAEA Board is planning to discuss further steps aimed at persuading Iran to resume dialogue that would allay suspicions surrounding its nuclear program.   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 Cyprus parliament honors Armenian genocide victims  Acting House President Zacharias Koulias noted that April 24 marks the “black anniversary” of the Armenian genocide.Armenia PM, France envoy discuss regional matters Issues related to the consistent development of Armenia-France cooperation were discussed.Azerbaijan razes historic Armenian church to ground Azerbaijan has demolished the historic Armenian Church of St. John the Baptist (known as Kanach Zham).Russia to begin assessing migrant workers' speaking skills Rosobrnadzor is planning to change the Russian language exam for migrant workers and include an assessment of speaking skills |
