Russia will not tacitly recognize independence of Abkhazia and South OssetiaFebruary 1, 2008 - 19:49 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Even if West recognizes Kosovo's independence, Russia will not tacitly recognize independence of Abkhazia and South Ossetia, independent Russian military expert Pavel Fengelhauer said. "However, Russia is unpredictable country and no one knows what decision Kremlin can make," he noted. "Diplomats think that Russia should not recognize independence of Abkhazia, South Ossetia, Transdnistira and Nagorno Karabakh. But it's hard to make a cast ahead. Nevertheless, Russia is not ready either to help Georgia to resolve conflicts or recognize independence of the breakaway regions," he said, 1news.az reports. 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 | 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 |