  Richard G. Lugar: U.S. can think over installation of missile defense shield in AzerbaijanDecember 19, 2008 - 13:37 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Russia should be offered a possibility to watch U.S. missile defense system in Czechia and Poland, according to a U.S. Senator. "Besides, we can think over installation of a missile defense shield in Azerbaijan," said Richard G. Lugar, United States Senator for Indiana. "We should reason out the ground for rockets and radars." "I think we could reach an agreement with Moscow, since we have common interests. We are concerned over installation of rockets in Iran, what is dangerous not only for the United States but also for the entire world. Russia could be helpful to improve the situation," Senator Lugar said, the Echo of Moscow 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 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. |
