Abrahamyan: Armenian army capable to defend the countryMarch 14, 2011 - 12:05 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The Nagorno Karabakh Republic is a full-fledged state and all, including Azerbaijan, should take this fact into consideration, Armenian parliament speaker said. In a meeting with the Armenian community of UK, Hovik Abrahamyan said that Armenia is willing to resolve the conflict peacefully, with the efforts of the OSCE Minsk Group and on the basis of the international law norms, i.e the right of nations to self-determination, non-use of force and territorial integrity. Commenting on Azerbaijan’s growing defense budget, he said it’s a grave violation of the international commitments undertaken by Azerbaijan. “Armenian army is capable to defend our country in case of aggression,” Abrahamyan emphasized. 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 | Biden honors resilience of Armenian people on April 24 U.S. President Joe Biden has issued a statement on the 109th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. Ex-Karabakh leader moved to solitary confinement cell in Baku, his son says David Vardanyan is the son of former Karabakh leader Ruben Vardanyan who who is currently imprisoned in Azerbaijan. Macron says France commemorates 109th anniv. of Armenian genocide Today France commemorates the 109th anniversary of the Armenian genocide of 1915, Macron says. Freedom House concerned by mounting reports of police violence in Armenia Freedom House urged Armenian authorities to investigate this pattern of excessive force and inhumane treatment. |