Turkey promises continuation of Armenia's blockadeMarch 14, 2007 - 17:07 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - If the U.S. Congress recognized massacre of Armenians in Ottoman Empire in 1915 as genocide, it will damage the U.S.-Turkey relations and ensure continuation of Armenia's blockade, said Mehmet Dulger, a member of the Turkish National Assembly and Chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee, reports Reuters. "The economy of the region is awakening while Armenia is staying aside," the deputy said adding that an oil pipeline, gas pipeline and abuilding railroad bypass Armenia. Despite the efforts of the Turkish side targeted against the adoption of the Armenian Genocide resolution Dulger is pessimistic about the issue. He thinks that resolution will be passed thanks to the support of Nancy Pelosi, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, reports RFE/RL. 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 | Armenian, Saudi Foreign Minister meet in Riyadh The two commended the positive dynamics of the development of political dialogue between Armenia and Saudi Arabia Pashinyan: Azerbaijan’s proximity shouldn’t worry border residents At the same time, he said that he “does not guarantee [the security of villagers] one hundred percent”. U.S. doesn’t see Russia as contributing to peace in Caucasus Patel made the remarks when asked about the implications of Russia’s withdrawal of peacekeepers from Karabakh. Up to 1% cashback when shopping on Wildberries with IDBank cards IDBank is launching an exclusive campaign on Wildberries for online shopping enthusiasts. |