  Semneby: Russian influence of Armenian voters shouldn't be exaggeratedFebruary 13, 2008 - 14:40 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - There are available candidates in Armenia and this factor raises public interest in political processes, said Peter Semneby, the EU Special Representative for the South Caucasus. "Although there some problems with the media, all claims will be thoroughly examined," he added. As to the Russian factor, Mr Semneby pointed out to close contacts between the two states. "However, I would not like to exaggerate the influence of this factor," he noted, Kommersant daily 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 Topic Latest news Czech-Armenian military cooperation discussed in Yerevan  A delegation led by the Director General for the Industrial Cooperation Division of the Ministry of Defence of the Czech Republic visited Armenia.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. |
