 Italy supports Armenia's position on Karabakh conflict settlementOctober 9, 2009 - 21:28 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - RA Ambassador to Italy Ruben Karapetyan has met with Ricardo Miliori, Head of Italian delegation in OSCE PA. Parties exchanged views on Armenian-Turkish normalization and Karabakh settlement as well as development of parliamentary cooperation between Armenia and Italy.Ambassador Karapetyan highlighted the importance of Karabakh conflict settlement, pointing out Azerbaijani side's continuing speculations over land occupation, refugee return and cultural heritage destruction. Ricardo Miliori stated in turn that his delegation would do its utmost for Armenian side, enabling it to introduce its position in the frameworks OSCE PA. Considering Italian parliamentarian's specialization as lawyer, Ruben Karapetyan gave him materials featuring the legal aspect of Karabakh conflict and Azerbaijan's elimination of Armenian cultural heritage in Nakhichevan and other territories. Afterwards, Karapetyan had meeting with "Peace Stronghold" Association's President Franco Vicari and organization members. Parties introduced to Ambassador results of May 16-19 International Conference on Caucasian People. At the end, association President introduced to Karapetyan a 14-clause document adopted during conference, RA MFA 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 |  Related sections Topic Latest news Government reveals details from Pashinyan’s meeting in border village  Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has met with a group of residents of a border village in Armenia’s northern Tavush provinceNarek Manasyan wins European Boxing Championships silver for Armenia Armenia’s Narek Manasyan (92kg) won Armenia’s second silver medal at the European Boxing Championships 2024 on April 28.Blinken urges Azerbaijan to continue negotiations with Armenia Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken has urged Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev to continue negotiations with Armenia.Pashinyan, Blinken talk Armenia-U.S. ties over the phone Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan had a phone conversation with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on April 28, Pashinyan’s office reports. |
