  EU mission kicks off in Georgian-South Ossetian conflict zoneOctober 7, 2008 - 14:41 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The European Union's Monitoring Mission (EUMM) in Georgia became operational, with the first observers entering the buffer zone around South Ossetia to monitor the ceasefire between Russia and Georgia.The EU mission aims to stabilize the region and ensure compliance by Georgia and Russia with a peace plan brokered by French President Nicolas Sarkozy, whose country holds the EU presidency. The force is of over 350 unarmed observers, in armored vehicles, from 22 EU member states. They will have to monitor the movements of around 800 Russian soldiers holding some 18 positions, and cover some rough country.   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 |  Related sections Topic Latest news Viva-MTS: Tech solutions to modernize infrastructure of border village  The border village has been the focus of Viva-MTS and the Foundation for the Preservation of Wildlife and Cultural Values since 2015.Ucom's fixed network launched in Artashat To mark this occasion, the company has introduced a special offer exclusively for Artashat residents.“By Your Side”: IDBank's new support program for displaced Artsakh citizens IDBank is launching a long-term social support program for forcibly displaced Artsakh residents.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. |
