Observers say Putin, who served as president before Medvedev took over in 2008, is now all but certain of returning to the Kremlin.

On September 23, ANC urged those present at Yerevan-hosted opposition rally to prepare for civil disobedience march.

“When Partners make genuine progress in reform programs, the European Union must respond accordingly,” the Commissioner said.

Lilit Mkrtchyan and Zhu Chen won their matches, Harika Dronavali played in a draw while Elina Danielian suffered a defeat.

The Co-Chairs also will propose to all the parties additional measures aimed at strengthening implementation of the ceasefire.

Prosecutors called for a seven-year jail sentence for Tymoshenko on abuse of office charges over a gas deal signed with Russia in 2009.

Although the German vote perhaps offered nothing more than momentary relief, it was the crucial step to move the fight forward.