Izmir announced as NATO command center against LibyaMarch 25, 2011 - 18:01 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - NATO, which is planning to take control of all United Nations-mandated military operations against Libya, fully replacing the United States-led coalition that has carried out airstrikes so far, will use its base in the Aegean city of Izmir to oversee its aerial mission as part of the operation. Alliance officials' remarks concerning NATO's Allied Air Component Command in Izmir, the main mission of which is to be prepared to conduct the full range of air operations throughout NATO's area of operations, were delivered to the Anatolia news agency on Friday, March 25. The announcement came hours after Turkish Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu said NATO clinched an agreement on Thursday to take over command of all allied military operations in Libya from the United States. 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 | Pasadena to host Armenian Genocide commemoration event The Pasadena Armenian Coalition will host its community-wide Armenian Genocide Commemorative Event. Armenia: Opposition activist transferred to Investigative Committee Activist Samvel Vardanyan has been accused of insulting the lawmaker Hakob Aslanyan from the ruling Civil Contract party. Former Pashinyan envoy urges end to Genocide speculation Marukyan has urged authorities in Armenia stop discussions about verifying the names of 1.5 million victims. Azerbaijan, Jordan sign deal on defense cooperation Azerbaijan and Jordan have signed an agreement on cooperation in the field of defense, according to an official statement. |