Gul hopes for Turkish-Armenian reconciliationOctober 30, 2008 - 14:50 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Turkish President Abdullah Gul said Wednesday that his recent visit to Armenia took place to create a new climate between Turkey and Armenia. Speaking to reporters at a reception held at the Cankaya Palace to celebrate the Turkish Republic Day, President Gul said that "the new climate will eradicate problems in relations with Armenia." "Everyone must support this climate. I am hopeful. I expect good developments," Gul said, the Anatolian News Agency reports. Gul was in Yerevan on September 6 to watch a World Cup qualifier between the Armenian and Turkish national soccer teams. Before the match, Presidents of Armenia and Turkey said their meeting will encourage a dialogue between the two countries. 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 | 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." 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. Armenian army holding strategic command, staff drills Live firing will be carried out using automatic control systems and modern equipment. Mirzoyan says meeting with Bayramov was “constructive” At the moment, Ararat Mirzoyan said, there is no basis for additional comments. |