Kazimirov: No New Principles Evident in Karabakh ProcessJuly 17, 2006 - 14:39 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The report the OSCE Minsk Group Co-chairs submitted to the OSCE Permanent Council uncovered slightly the contents of the talks and consultations held by the Armenian and Azerbaijani Presidents and Foreign Ministers, says the letter former OSCE Russian Co-chair Vladimir Kazimirov sent to PanARMENIAN.Net According to the Russian diplomat, the purpose of the Co-chairs is not only to report to the OSCE and press on the leaders of the sides but to also to "prepare the publics for peace" instead of them. In his words, the Co-chairs are trying to implement two most important principles: non-use of force and peaceful resolution of disputes. Vladimir Kazimirov is convinced that it's too early to speak of any agreement yet. With adopting some principles the parties would gain a political agreement, at that each element would need long negotiations. The mediators should not hope that "Yerevan will prevail upon Stepanakert." "How is it possible to withdraw troops from five regions without the consent of NK Armenians. The consent of all the sides is essential for it," he remarked. 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 | “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. Ucom General Director gives lecture at French University in Armenia The General Director of Ucom Ralph Yirikian delivered a lecture at the French University of Armenia. Kazakhstan welcomes Yerevan, Baku’s agreement to meet in Almaty Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has welcomed the agreement of Baku and Yerevan to hold negotiations in Almaty. |