Kosovo independence to set precedent for some 200 territories around the worldJanuary 24, 2008 - 14:31 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Kosovo independence would set a precedent for some 200 territories around the world, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said."The Russian leadership has never stated that it will recognize Abkhazia and South Ossetia in case of Kosovo independence," he said. "Russia perfectly understands what kind of consequences any separatist process can have." Lavrov said everything should be done to resolve the status of Kosovo within the framework of international law, rather than assuming independence would come, an approach he described as "defeatist", the RF MFA press office said. Blocking UN resolution on Kosovo providing for sovereignty under international supervision, Russia insists on an agreement between Belgrade and Pristina. Meanwhile, Washington doesn't conceal its intention to recognize independence of Kosovo. The EU adheres to a similar position. 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 | The Power of One Dram to benefit Road of Life charity The companies inform that the May beneficiary of The Power of One Dram is the “Road of Life” charitable organization. Ucom General Director gives lecture at French University in Armenia The General Director of Ucom Ralph Yirikian delivered a lecture at the French University of Armenia. Kazakhstan welcomes Yerevan, Baku’s agreement to meet in Almaty Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has welcomed the agreement of Baku and Yerevan to hold negotiations in Almaty. Armenia offers to temporarily host, preserve Gaza manuscripts The Armenian Foreign Minister has said Yerevan is ready to help preserve manuscripts from the conflict zone in Gaza. |