Medvedev, Gul discuss situation in TranscaucasiaAugust 23, 2010 - 17:26 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - On August 23, Russian President Dmitri Medvedev had a telephone talk with his Turkish counterpart Abdullah Gul. During the conversation, Medvedev thanked Turkish authorities for support in elimination of the consequences of natural disaster in Russia. At the same time, Russian President expressed readiness to extend aid in a serious situation formed as a result of forest fires in western regions of Turkey. The parties gave high assessment to solidarity and strategic partnership level between the states. The two leaders discussed implementation of agreements reached at Medvedev’s May 2010 visit to Turkey, exchanging views on situation in Transcaucasia. The parties agreed to join efforts in achievement of peace and stability in the region, Kremlin press service reported. 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 | 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. Armenia, Russia discuss life extension of Metsamor nuclear plant Issues regarding the extension of life of the 2nd power unit of the Armenian Nuclear Power Plant were discussed in Yerevan. Armenians stage more campaigns against territorial concessions to Azerbaijan Protesters blocked more roads across Armenia on Friday, April 26 in continuing attempts to scuttle territorial concessions to Azerbaijan. |