  Moscow optimistic about Karabakh conflict resolutionMay 8, 2009 - 13:42 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - President Serzh Sargsyan of Armenia and Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan are expected to discuss prospects of the Nagorno Karabakh conflict resolution on the sidelines of Saint Petersburg Economic Forum."The Presidents will have an opportunity to discuss the issue in Saint Petersburg," Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Friday in Washington. "Moscow is optimistic about the conflict settlement," he said, Interfax reported.   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 Pasadena to host Armenian Genocide commemoration event  The Pasadena Armenian Coalition will host its community-wide Armenian Genocide Commemorative Event.Armenia: Opposition activist transferred to Investigative Committee Activist Samvel Vardanyan has been accused of insulting the lawmaker Hakob Aslanyan from the ruling Civil Contract party.Former Pashinyan envoy urges end to Genocide speculation Marukyan has urged authorities in Armenia stop discussions about verifying the names of 1.5 million victims.Azerbaijan, Jordan sign deal on defense cooperation Azerbaijan and Jordan have signed an agreement on cooperation in the field of defense, according to an official statement. |
