U.S. Department of State: Washington didn't negotiate with Azerbaijan on anti-missile systemsJune 8, 2007 - 14:30 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The U.S. Department of State announced interest in cooperation with Russia in missile defense shield basing on the proposal for joint use of Gabala radar base in Azerbaijan."The U.S. is interested in cooperation with Russia in missile defense. We will hold close consultations with all the parties concerned, including our European allies," says a communiqué issued by the U.S. Department of State. The U.S. expresses readiness to examine Russia's proposal and maintain contacts on the issue. Besides, the Department of State said it did not negotiate with Azerbaijan on anti-missile systems with Azerbaijan. Installation of anti-missile assets is being discussed with Poland and Czechia only. 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 | U.S. welcomes efforts to define Armenia-Azerbaijan border The United States welcomes efforts to define the border between Armenia and Azerbaijan, says Vedant Patel. Biden honors resilience of Armenian people on April 24 U.S. President Joe Biden has issued a statement on the 109th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. Ex-Karabakh leader moved to solitary confinement cell in Baku, his son says David Vardanyan is the son of former Karabakh leader Ruben Vardanyan who who is currently imprisoned in Azerbaijan. Macron says France commemorates 109th anniv. of Armenian genocide Today France commemorates the 109th anniversary of the Armenian genocide of 1915, Macron says. |