The Washington Post: Iran and Armenia strengthen tiesFebruary 12, 2005 - 18:59 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The US might be trying to isolate Iran internationally, but that hasn't stopped Armenia from deepening its ties with its neighbor to the south, says an article published in the Washington Post, titled "Iran and Armenia strengthen ties". As noted in the article, during a visit to Armenia, Iranian President Mohammad Khatami said that Tehran-Yerevan cooperation will promote mutual interest, regional security and stability. At a meeting with Armenian Defense Minister Serge Sargsian Khatami stressed that Iran supports Armenia, believing that mutual cooperation can help development and security in the Caucasus. In his turn Serge Sargsian voiced his hopes for further expansion of bilateral relations, commenting that cooperation in the fields of culture, education and economy is in the interest of regional security. Besides, Sargsian noted that the linking of the railways of the two neighboring countries would be effective in establishing the north-south corridor. 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 | Viva-MTS: Tech solutions to modernize infrastructure of border village The border village has been the focus of Viva-MTS and the Foundation for the Preservation of Wildlife and Cultural Values since 2015. Ucom's fixed network launched in Artashat To mark this occasion, the company has introduced a special offer exclusively for Artashat residents. “By Your Side”: IDBank's new support program for displaced Artsakh citizens IDBank is launching a long-term social support program for forcibly displaced Artsakh residents. The Power of One Dram to benefit Road of Life charity The companies inform that the May beneficiary of The Power of One Dram is the “Road of Life” charitable organization. |