  200 instances of ceasefire violation by Azerbaijani armed forces reported over past 7 days February 20, 2011 - 16:14 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Around 200 instances of ceasefire violation at the line of contact between the NKR and Azerbaijani armed forces were reported on February 13-19. Azerbaijan fired 1,000 shots at NKR positions, using various caliber weapons, according to updated data of the Artsakh Defense Army. In contrast to previous cases of ceasefire violation, on February 15 Azerbaijan used RPG-7 grenade launcher in the southern part of the line of contact. Besides, we would like to recall that servicemen of the NKR defense army prevented an Azerbaijani penetration into the territory of Artsakh near Jraberd settlement on Feb 17 morning. Being rebuffed, the subverters escaped. According to preliminary data, the Azerbaijani side suffered losses, what is confirmed also by Azerbaijani sources. No losses are reported by the NKR Defense Army.   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 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. |
