  Russia welcomes visit of Armenian and Azeri intellectuals to Stepanakert, Yerevan and BakuJune 30, 2007 - 15:32 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The Russian Foreign Ministry welcomes the Stepanakert-Yerevan-Baku trip of Armenian and Azeri intellectuals, says a statement issued by the RF MFA. "We eye this event held on the initiative of Armenian and Azerbaijan Ambassadors in Moscow as an important step taken by the Nagorno Karabakh conflict sides towards creation of atmosphere of trust and more favorable situation for the conflict resolution. We are hopeful that the initiated dialogue will be continued and will engage wide publics in both states," the document says.  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 |  Related sections Topic Latest news U.S. welcomes efforts to define Armenia-Azerbaijan border  The United States welcomes efforts to define the border between Armenia and Azerbaijan, says Vedant Patel.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. |
