  Putin: relations with Ankara priority for RussiaFebruary 14, 2009 - 14:58 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Russia's Premier Vladimir Putin said Friday that Turkey was among their priorities in Russian foreign policy. Speaking to reporters before meeting with Turkish President Abdullah Gul, who is on a four-day formal visit to Russia, Putin said the trade volume between the two countries rose each year and reached 32 billion USD. He said Turkey became Russia's top foreign trade partner. Also speaking to reporters, Gul said two countries had strong cooperation in many areas noting that Putin made great contributions to Turkey-Russia relations. Gul expressed his belief that bilateral relations would be further enhanced and invited Putin to Turkey, World Bulletin 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. |
