  Azeri soldiers shot their officers deadJuly 24, 2009 - 00:18 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - On July 22, soldier Emin Rakhimov from Gyandja and his fellow serviceman opened fire at five officers in a military unit based in Fizuli region. As a result, one warrant officer and one senior lieutenant were killed. The warrant officer is reported to have been wounded by 30 bullets.Azerbaijan's Defense Ministry makes no comment upon the incident. In the meantime, local media representatives found out from their own sources that soldiers had actually opened fire at eight officers. There was also a Major among the people killed. The offenders are under arrest.   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. |
