Kosovo independence to set precedent for some 200 territories around the worldJanuary 24, 2008 - 14:31 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Kosovo independence would set a precedent for some 200 territories around the world, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said."The Russian leadership has never stated that it will recognize Abkhazia and South Ossetia in case of Kosovo independence," he said. "Russia perfectly understands what kind of consequences any separatist process can have." Lavrov said everything should be done to resolve the status of Kosovo within the framework of international law, rather than assuming independence would come, an approach he described as "defeatist", the RF MFA press office said. Blocking UN resolution on Kosovo providing for sovereignty under international supervision, Russia insists on an agreement between Belgrade and Pristina. Meanwhile, Washington doesn't conceal its intention to recognize independence of Kosovo. The EU adheres to a similar position. 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 | Titus, Bilirakis lead legislation to sanction Azerbaijani war criminals Representatives Dina Titus (D-NV) and Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) have introduced the bipartisan legislation. Armenia: Defense Ministry warns against involving army in political processes The Ministry’s statement came after a video surfaced online, showing soldiers joining the protests in Tavush. 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. |