Conflict between Georgia and Russia was unavoidableMay 14, 2009 - 19:20 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - "Conflict between Georgia and Russia was unavoidable, as the states support opposite positions. I believe, that no political force would agree today to the existing status quo," Head of Caucasus Studies at the French Institute of Anatolian Research, Tornike Gordadze told at international conference entitled "South Caucasus security reconsidered: regional conflicts, stability and transformation". "One of Georgia's goals is creation of a national state of European type," he noted. "Here we're up against a paradox. On one side, Russia is trying to reconsider its role, but still create an empirelike state. Georgia is trying to create a national state - two19 century categories, still relevant in the region." "There's also a major ideological confrontation. After Russia established itself as a strong power, upholding principles of democracy, western democracy appeared like geographical and historical property of Euro Atlantic territory. When a state located next to Russia tries to base its policy on principles of western democracy, Russia gets irritated," Tornike Gordadze concluded. 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 | U.S. welcomes Armenia, Azerbaijan’s border delimitation announcement Blinken said it is an important step towards concluding a durable and dignified peace agreement. Residents Of border villages protest as Armenia, Azerbaijan agree on delimitation Residents of several Armenian communities in the northeastern Tavush province began protests late on Friday. Up to 10% cashback from GetTransfer with IDBank cards IDBank clients who make their booking on GetTransfer will receive an exclusive cashback. Cyprus parliament honors Armenian genocide victims Acting House President Zacharias Koulias noted that April 24 marks the “black anniversary” of the Armenian genocide. |