  EU and Lithuania concerned over situation in GeorgiaNovember 8, 2007 - 14:15 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Armenia needs a sustainable Georgia, RA Foreign Minister Vartan Oskanian said at a joint news conference with his Lithuanian counterpart Petras Vaitiekunas. "I am hopeful that the Georgian confrontation will be resolved with political tools," he said. For his part, Mr Vaitiekunas informed he will depart for Tbilisi upon completing his Armenian visit. "The European Union and Lithuania are concerned over the situation in Georgia. We want to remind that integration into European structures is a significant process for Georgia and it can make the republic adherent to European values. I am confident that my visit to Tbilisi will offer an opportunity to assure the Georgian people of their importance for Europe," he said.   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 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.Azerbaijan razes historic Armenian church to ground Azerbaijan has demolished the historic Armenian Church of St. John the Baptist (known as Kanach Zham). |
