Lavrov: Kosovo to become precedent for unrecognized republics in post-soviet spaceDecember 8, 2007 - 14:31 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - "Decision of Kosovo's status will set an international precedent for other breakaway regions, including those in the former Soviet Union," Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said after the Russia-NATO Council's session in Brussels. "Those, who wish to play with international law, the UN Regulations and the Helsinki Final Act should think thoroughly before setting foot on a slippery path that can be pregnant with unforeseeable consequences and jeopardize Europe's stability," he said. The Russian Minister urged not to block talks and let the sides arrive at a position admissible for both sides, 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 | 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. |