Aliyev says Azerbaijan purchasing "the most modern weapons"June 27, 2022 - 13:02 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Baku signed new contracts for the purchase of "the most modern weapons," Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev has said, according to RIA Novosti. "We have signed new contracts for the purchase of the most modern weapons," Aliyev said. "These contracts are already being implemented, new weapons and the most modern equipment are being imported into Azerbaijan." Aliyev made the remarks during a visit to the Kelbajar region, which came under Azerbaijani control during the Second Karabakh war. 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 |