Azeri media distorted statement made by Secretary General of International European MovementAugust 15, 2009 - 19:43 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Speaking in Baku in an August 13 press conference, International European Movement's Secretary General Diogo Pinto introduced his organization's position on NKR conflict settlement. He stressed in particular that International European Movement welcomed negotiation process, attaching importance to 2 basic principles: territorial integrity and NKR people's right to self-determination.Azerbaijani media, particularly "Today.az" Web site, fully distorted the statement, insisting that Secretary General approved conflict settlement only in the context of territorial integrity. Diogo Pinto denied Azeri media reports. The news disseminated by "Today.az" is pure disinformation, International European Movement's press service 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 | 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. |