Baku deeply concerned over possible normalization of Armenian-Turkish relationsMay 6, 2009 - 22:57 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Turkish leadership should think over the grave consequences opening of the border with Armenia will have, an Azeri expert said."Turkey forgot the interests of its only strategic ally - Azerbaijan. This can cause a split between the two nations," Mubariz Ahmedoglu said. The process of Turkish-Armenian reconciliation is guided by the United States, according to him. The expert also called on Azeri and Turkish MPs to prevent discussion of Turkish history in U.S. Congress, Novosti Azerbaijan 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 | Armenian, Saudi Foreign Minister meet in Riyadh The two commended the positive dynamics of the development of political dialogue between Armenia and Saudi Arabia Pashinyan: Azerbaijan’s proximity shouldn’t worry border residents At the same time, he said that he “does not guarantee [the security of villagers] one hundred percent”. U.S. doesn’t see Russia as contributing to peace in Caucasus Patel made the remarks when asked about the implications of Russia’s withdrawal of peacekeepers from Karabakh. Up to 1% cashback when shopping on Wildberries with IDBank cards IDBank is launching an exclusive campaign on Wildberries for online shopping enthusiasts. |