Armenian people know the price of peaceMay 16, 2009 - 00:37 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Unity of Europe seemed to be a wishful thinking several dozens of years ago. Today, Armenia makes its contribution to European security and builds its peaceful future, RA Foreign Minister Edward Nalbandian said Friday during a reception on occasion of Day of Europe. "Armenian people do know the price of peace and our achievements are evident. We are grateful to Europe for its support," he said, adding that Day of Europe is the holiday of peace which inspires hope for secure future based on common values. 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 | 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. Armenians stage more campaigns against territorial concessions to Azerbaijan Protesters blocked more roads across Armenia on Friday, April 26 in continuing attempts to scuttle territorial concessions to Azerbaijan. |