Russian FM: Russia will not sacrifice relations with Baku to timeserving political benefitsOctober 3, 2008 - 14:54 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Success of the Turkish Caucasus stability initiative implies consistent movement toward resolution of the Nagorno Karabakh conflict, Russia's Foreign Minister said."I am hopeful that further meetings will help the sides to advance," Sergei Lavrovtold a news conference in Yerevan today. Commenting on Baku's recent statements in support to Georgia's territorial integrity, he said, "I haven't heard such. On the contrary, Azerbaijan has assumed a balanced position. This country is our partner and Russia will not sacrifice relations with Baku to timeserving political benefits." 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. |