Georgia Introduced 'Special Control' over Transit of Military Cargo through Its Territory to ArmeniaOctober 9, 2006 - 18:09 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Some changes were introduced into the order of transit of military cargo and personnel to the 102nd Russian base in Armenia. In accordance with the treaty "On organization of transit of military cargo and personnel through the Georgian territory", the Russian Defense Ministry should appeal to the Georgian Defense Ministry for a permission to transport its cargo. Unfortunately, Tbilisi is going to use these amendments for organization of new provocations. According Georgian Defense Minister Irakly Okruashvili, Georgia is just establishing a 'special control' over the transportation of cargo through Georgia to Armenia. The decision of the Georgian Defense Ministry refers to the transit to the 102nd Russian base to Armenia not only of the military staff but also the accompanying persons and families. 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 | Mirzoyan says meeting with Bayramov was “constructive” At the moment, Ararat Mirzoyan said, there is no basis for additional comments. OSCE vows support for Armenia “in all three directions of security” Achieving stable peace between Armenia and Azerbaijan remains a priority of the OSCE, said Ian Borg. 151 detained as civil disobedience campaigns continue in Yerevan Citizens have been blocking streets in the Armenian capital, demanding Nikol Pashinyan’s resignation. France welcomes Armenia-Azerbaijan meeting in Almaty France has welcomed the new round of negotiations between the foreign ministers of Armenia and Azerbaijan. |