Putin: interaction within CIS indisputable priority for MoscowNovember 28, 2007 - 17:56 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) is not a chessboard for Russia. Moscow is interested in peaceful environment in the Commonwealth, Russian President Vladimir Putin said when addressing a diplomatic reception in Kremlin. Interaction within CIS is an indisputable priority for Moscow, he said. "This space is not a chess board for geopolitical games. Peace and glory are vital for a normal democratic development of all states. Adoption of CIS concept offers useful guidelines for all member states," he said, RIA Novosti reports. 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 | Former Pashinyan envoy urges end to Genocide speculation Marukyan has urged authorities in Armenia stop discussions about verifying the names of 1.5 million victims. First Canadian expert join EU mission in Armenia The first Canadian expert to join the European Union’s civilian mission in Armenia has arrived in Armenia. Armenian cemetery in Fresno hit by arsons six times since January Six total incidents have burned 19 old-growth trees. Friday night 8 trees were torched along the beautiful main entrance. Iran vows to “decisively” defend sovereignty, national interests The Iranian embassy in Armenia has defended its “defensive and proportional action in in occupied Palestine.” |