  David Babayan: main task in 2011 to maintain status quo in Karabakh issue December 22, 2010 - 09:32 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - 2010 was a politically intense year, according to head of the central information department of the Artsakh President office. “However, despite numerous presidential meetings, no progress was registered,” David Babayan told a PanARMENIAN.Net reporter. He noted that the main task in 2011 will be to maintain status quo. Commenting on ceasefire violations, Babayan said Azerbaijan was “very active and provocative” during the current year. As to possible developments, he said he doesn’t expect any significant breakthrough. “The situation will be the same as in 2010,” Babayan concluded.   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 |  Topic Latest news Armenian, Saudi Foreign Minister meet in Riyadh  The two commended the positive dynamics of the development of political dialogue between Armenia and Saudi ArabiaPashinyan: Azerbaijan’s proximity shouldn’t worry border residents At the same time, he said that he “does not guarantee [the security of villagers] one hundred percent”.U.S. doesn’t see Russia as contributing to peace in Caucasus Patel made the remarks when asked about the implications of Russia’s withdrawal of peacekeepers from Karabakh.Up to 1% cashback when shopping on Wildberries with IDBank cards IDBank is launching an exclusive campaign on Wildberries for online shopping enthusiasts. |
