  Medvedev says GPW heritage to contribute to boosting Russia-Armenia ties May 8, 2011 - 15:09 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Russian President Dmitry Medvedev congratulated the heads and citizens of CIS states, Abkhazia and South Ossetia, as well as Georgian people on the 66th anniversary of victory in the Great Patriotic War (GPW). According to RIA Novosti, the congratulatory message sent to Armenian President Serzh Sargsyan reads: "I strongly believe that the invaluable heritage of those years – the solidarity that united our peoples – will continue serving as a basis for boosting the Russian-Armenian allied relations and mutually beneficial partnership also in future."   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 U.S. welcomes Armenia, Azerbaijan’s border delimitation announcement  Blinken said it is an important step towards concluding a durable and dignified peace agreement.Up to 10% cashback from GetTransfer with IDBank cards IDBank clients who make their booking on GetTransfer will receive an exclusive cashback.Cyprus parliament honors Armenian genocide victims Acting House President Zacharias Koulias noted that April 24 marks the “black anniversary” of the Armenian genocide.Armenia PM, France envoy discuss regional matters Issues related to the consistent development of Armenia-France cooperation were discussed. |
