  Sergei Lavrov: Tbilisi not interested in resolution of conflicts in South Ossetia and AbkhaziaMay 16, 2008 - 19:36 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov accused Georgia of attempts to internationalize the South Ossetian and Abkhazian conflicts and said the country is not interested in their resolution. "Instead of following its commitments, Georgia tries to internationalize the South Ossetian and Abkhazian conflicts. Introduction of Tbilisi-sponsored resolution on return of displaced persons to Abkhazia is a part of Georgia's propaganda," the RF Minister 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 Latest news Kazakhstan welcomes Yerevan, Baku’s agreement to meet in Almaty  Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has welcomed the agreement of Baku and Yerevan to hold negotiations in Almaty.Armenia offers to temporarily host, preserve Gaza manuscripts The Armenian Foreign Minister has said Yerevan is ready to help preserve manuscripts from the conflict zone in Gaza.Aliyev says no need for mediators in Armenia-Azerbaijan process Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev believes that Baku and Yerevan do not mediators in the process of normalizing relations.Aram I supports Karekin II’s “patriotic position” Catholicos of the Great House of Cilicia Aram I has expressed support for the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin. |
