U.S: Karabakh status should be determined via international talksFebruary 19, 2008 - 16:59 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - After unilateral proclamation of Kosovo independence that was recognized by over 20 states pushed Washington to speak out about Nagorno Karabakh's status."The future status of Nagorno Karabakh should be determined via international talks," said a press release of the U.S. Embassy in Azerbaijan. "The U.S. recognized independence of Kosovo. However, the situation in the province is unique and can't set a precedent for other regions, including Nagorno Karabakh. The U.S. calls on the international community to refrain from any public statements that can affect the Karabakh peaceful talks," the statement says. "Any attempt to resolve the conflict by use of force will jeopardize peace and stability in the Caucasus," it says, Trend 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 | 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. Aliyev says no need for mediators in Armenia-Azerbaijan process Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev believes that Baku and Yerevan do not mediators in the process of normalizing relations. Aram I supports Karekin II’s “patriotic position” Catholicos of the Great House of Cilicia Aram I has expressed support for the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin. |