Iran: Armament that Muslim countries buy from USA belongs to all MuslimsAugust 2, 2007 - 19:09 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Tehran is not concerned over supplies of armament by the United States to the countries of the Persian Gulf, Iranian Defense Minister Mostafa Mohammad Najar stated. "Iran is a strong state in the region and does not fear from US's weapon supplies to other countries," M. M. Najar underscored.M. M. Najar said the US's intention to sell a huge consignment of armament aims at preventing bankruptcy of plants of American war industry and creation of an atmosphere of fear in the region. However, Israel's aggressive policy is a real threat and not US's assistance to Arab countries with weapons. "Iran does not have problems with neighboring Muslim countries, and if they buy armament, it belongs to all Muslims," M. M. Najar underlined, IRNA agency reports. 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 | Armenia PM, France envoy discuss regional matters Issues related to the consistent development of Armenia-France cooperation were discussed. Azerbaijan razes historic Armenian church to ground Azerbaijan has demolished the historic Armenian Church of St. John the Baptist (known as Kanach Zham). 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”. |