Bako Sahakyan: Kashatagh region development is of pan-Armenian importance May 18, 2011 - 16:20 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - On May 18, President of the Artsakh Republic Bako Sahakyan visited the town of Berdzor, Kashatagh region and partook in the festive events dedicated to the 19th anniversary of the town’s liberation. In his speech the President noted that the liberation of Berdzor had become a significant military, political and psychological victory for the whole Armenian nation, without which it would have been impossible to defend independence and freedom. President Sahakyan characterized the development of Kashatagh region a strategic issue of pan-Armenian importance. Primate of the Artsakh Diocese of the Armenian Apostolic Church Archbishop Pargev Martirosyan, members of the National Assembly and Cabinet of Ministers, as well as guests from the Republic of Armenia attended the events, Central Information Department at Artsakh President's Office reported. 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 | 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. |