Nalbandian: U.S. Congress plays important role in development of Armenian-American relationsJuly 15, 2008 - 15:07 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Currently in Washington, Armenian Foreign Minister Edward Nalbandian called on the U.S. Congress to meet with House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Howard L. Berman, the RA MFA press office reported.The Armenian Minister appreciated highly the role of the Congress in development of Armenian-American relations. At Mr Berman's request he also briefed on the current stage of Karabakh peace process, prospects of normalization of the Armenian-Turkish relations and Armenia's stance on some regional and international issues. For his part, Mr Berman said his committee attaches importance to development of relations with Armenia and will continue efforts in this direction. 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. |