Azerbaijan seeks new ammo deals with RussiaSeptember 24, 2021 - 12:47 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - President Ilham Aliyev has revealed that Azerbaijan has already submitted applications to Russia for the acquisition of new weapons and military equipment. “Naturally, we are now looking at new models, now technical groups are studying new opportunities. We have already submitted certain applications, so cooperation with Russia in this direction will also develop,” Aliyev said in an interview with Natsionalnaya Oborona (National Defense) magazine. He maintained that he enjoys "a very trusting relationship" with Russian President Vladimir Putin: "And, of course, deep mutual respect. Our goals are completely the same." Azerbaijan launched a large-scale war against Artsakh (Nagorno-Karabakh) almost exactly a year ago – on September 27, 2020. At least 4000 Armenians were killed in the hostilities, tens of thousands were displaced and left homeless. On November 9, the Armenian, Russian and Azerbaijani leaders signed a statement to end the war in Karabakh after almost 45 days. Under the deal, the Armenian side returned all the regions surrounding Nagorno-Karabakh, having lost a part of Karabakh itself in hostilities. 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 | Cyprus parliament honors Armenian genocide victims Acting House President Zacharias Koulias noted that April 24 marks the “black anniversary” of the Armenian genocide. Armenia PM, France envoy discuss regional matters Issues related to the consistent development of Armenia-France cooperation were discussed. Azerbaijan razes historic Armenian church to ground Azerbaijan has demolished the historic Armenian Church of St. John the Baptist (known as Kanach Zham). Russia to begin assessing migrant workers' speaking skills Rosobrnadzor is planning to change the Russian language exam for migrant workers and include an assessment of speaking skills |