Armenian Choice party protests recognition of Turkey's borders by ArmeniaSeptember 7, 2009 - 18:58 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The dividing line between the Eastern and Western Armenia can't be considered the Armenian-Turkish border, according to Armen Aghayan, member of Armenian Choice party's initiative group. He said he doesn't mind establishment of checkpoints at the border but recognition of Turkey's hegemony over the historic Armenian lands is unacceptable. "Armenia should only demand lifting of the blockade imposed by Turkey," Aghayan told reporters today. "The process of normalization of the Armenian-Turkish relations will be suspended if no progress is fixed in Karabakh talks. Although the problem is not mentioned in the Protocols, it is being discussed. This becomes evident judging by Azerbaijani high ranking officials' statements," he said. 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 | Titus, Bilirakis lead legislation to sanction Azerbaijani war criminals Representatives Dina Titus (D-NV) and Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) have introduced the bipartisan legislation. Armenia: Defense Ministry warns against involving army in political processes The Ministry’s statement came after a video surfaced online, showing soldiers joining the protests in Tavush. Scholz hopes Armenia-Azerbaijan peace treaty will be signed this year German Chancellor Olaf Scholz hopes that a peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan will be signed this year. Ucom equips four bus stops in Ijevan with free Wi-Fi Ucom now provides free Wi-Fi coverage in smart bus stops in four communities of Ijevan. |