Some Russian analysts aim to embroil Russia with ArmeniaApril 23, 2009 - 16:29 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Head of the Center of Caucasus Studies at Moscow State Institute of International Relations (MGIMO) Vladimir Zakharov said that a large number of Russian analysts aim to embroil Russia with Armenia. "These, let us say commentators, work to create a negative image of Armenia in Russia. Everybody knows that these are pro-Azerbaijani journalists trying to discredit Armenia, since it agreed to participate in NATO exercise in Georgia," he told PanARMENIAN.Net "Russian leadership has constant and positive attitude to Armenia. I declare it with all responsibility. And President Ilham Aliyev's visit changed nothing. The point is that Azerbaijan can turn its back to Russia, what is not desirable at the moment," he 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 | 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. Armenia, Russia discuss life extension of Metsamor nuclear plant Issues regarding the extension of life of the 2nd power unit of the Armenian Nuclear Power Plant were discussed in Yerevan. |