  Russia to plot a second war against Georgia?June 29, 2009 - 22:07 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - In view of Russia's veto concerning Georgian observers in UN, "Caucasus 2009" military trainings arouse serious doubts as to Russia's intentions to plot a new war in Georgia, military expert Ruben Mehrabyan told a PanARMENIAN.Net correspondent. Such stance, according to him, is also confirmed by Russian leadership and experts. "In view of Russian media's propaganda against Georgia's current leadership, such development are quite possible," he said.In the meantime, Mehrabyan expressed hope that Russian leadership would "demonstrate sensibility.' Caucasus-2009 military-operative trainings are scheduled in Russia, from June 29 till July 6.   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 |  Latest news The Power of One Dram to benefit Road of Life charity  The companies inform that the May beneficiary of The Power of One Dram is the “Road of Life” charitable organization.Ucom General Director gives lecture at French University in Armenia The General Director of Ucom Ralph Yirikian delivered a lecture at the French University of Armenia.Kazakhstan welcomes Yerevan, Baku’s agreement to meet in Almaty Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has welcomed the agreement of Baku and Yerevan to hold negotiations in Almaty.Armenia offers to temporarily host, preserve Gaza manuscripts The Armenian Foreign Minister has said Yerevan is ready to help preserve manuscripts from the conflict zone in Gaza. |
