  Russia will not tacitly recognize independence of Abkhazia and South OssetiaFebruary 1, 2008 - 19:49 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Even if West recognizes Kosovo's independence, Russia will not tacitly recognize independence of Abkhazia and South Ossetia, independent Russian military expert Pavel Fengelhauer said. "However, Russia is unpredictable country and no one knows what decision Kremlin can make," he noted. "Diplomats think that Russia should not recognize independence of Abkhazia, South Ossetia, Transdnistira and Nagorno Karabakh. But it's hard to make a cast ahead. Nevertheless, Russia is not ready either to help Georgia to resolve conflicts or recognize independence of the breakaway regions," he said, 1news.az 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 |  Related sections Latest news First Canadian expert join EU mission in Armenia  The first Canadian expert to join the European Union’s civilian mission in Armenia has arrived in Armenia.Armenian cemetery in Fresno hit by arsons six times since January Six total incidents have burned 19 old-growth trees. Friday night 8 trees were torched along the beautiful main entrance.Iran vows to “decisively” defend sovereignty, national interests The Iranian embassy in Armenia has defended its “defensive and proportional action in in occupied Palestine.”Armenian shooter Elmira Karapetyan Armenian shooter Elmira Karapetyan won gold at the ISSF World Olympic Qualification Tournament in Rio de Janiero. |
