Historical Reconciliation of Peoples in Region Will Ensure Karabakh SettlementJuly 31, 2006 - 14:59 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - July 29 NKR President Arkady Ghukasian received the delegation of human rights activists from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia and some European states. Welcoming the guests Arkady Ghukasian noted the importance of presence of the Azeri delegation what, in his words, is a positive example for constructive dialogue between the two publics divided by the war.Coordinator of the Azerbaijani National Committee of the Helsinki Citizens' Assembly Azru Abdullayeba remarked that the Baku-based Public Council on the Nagorno Karabakh Conflict Settlement stands for immediate participation of the Karabakh side in the talks and for establishment of constructive relations. She said the Armenian, Azeri and NKR non-governmental organizations enjoy warm relations and mutual understanding. "We would like this atmosphere to transfer into the official circles," she said. When answering the guests' questions the NKR President remarked that achievement of historical reconciliation between the peoples of the region will ensure the settlement of the Nagorno Karabakh conflict and establishment of peace. "Without reconciliation it will be hard to implement any agreement, liquidate the consequences of the war and open the way towards regional development," Ghukasian said. 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 | Court in Azerbaijan extends former Karabakh leader’s arrest by 5 months The Binagadi District Court in Azerbaijan has granted the prosecutor’s petition to extend the arrest of Arkady Ghukasyan. Ucom General Director joins High-Tech Development Panel Discussion The discussion was titled "The Role of International Corporations and Investors as Catalysts for Development of High-Tech Ecosystem." U.S. still believes “peace is possible” between Armenia, Azerbaijan The United States continues to believe that peace is possible between Armenia and Azerbaijan, Vedant Patel says. Dozens detained as antigovernment protest continue in Armenia At least 63 people demanding Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s resignation were detained on May 14 as they blocked streets in Yerevan. |