Western countries not going to carry out 'orange revolution' in ArmeniaFebruary 27, 2008 - 17:30 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - "The Western countries did not stake on an 'orange revolution' in Armenia. At least, the U.S. had no intention of the kind," said Dr. Nikolai Zlobin, director of the Russia and Eurasia Project at the World Security Institute."Isolated debates were held in Washington regarding the future of Armenia, which pursues a pro-Russian policy. The U.S. does not want to come to loggerheads with Russia," Zlobin said. According to him, there are suspicions in Washington with regards to the honesty and transparency of the presidential election in Armenia, but the U.S. will not take any moves apropos of this. "By the highest standards, Armenia's is not Washington's priority," he said. The Armenian opposition will claim down soon. "However, these disturbances have already reached the target. Thereafter, the Armenian government will have to take into consideration the existence of a serious opposition. It will be impossible to steer Armenia without paying any attention to the disagreed people because they are many in number," he said. "Armenia is in the transition period and people have not decided on what is important for them yet. However, the current processes in Armenia are useful. They assist in devising the national elite and national discussions and comprehending the state interests," Zlobin said, Trend Azeri news agency 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 | 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. |