Michael McMahon: It is in the interest of both US and Russia to resolve Karabakh conflictNovember 18, 2009 - 18:19 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - "If the Protocols between Turkey and Armenia can bring Armenia closer to both the West and solution to Nagorno-Karabakh conflict, I would support that," U.S Congressman Michael E. McMahon said.He also pointed out that "the underlying truth of the matter, though, is that Turkey maintains close relations with Azerbaijan, and for decades the issue of ties between Turkey and Armenia has been linked to the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict". "Unfortunately, a timeline has yet to be set for the Protocols to be ratified by Turkey or Armenia. This does not mean, however, that the signing in Zurich was not a huge step forward for both countries. In an ideal world, all the players would be cognizant of this fact and move on to ratify the Protocols in their respective congresses", he added. According to the Congressman, Washington also shares with its allies an interest in the Caucuses. 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 | Court in Azerbaijan extends former Karabakh leader’s arrest by 5 months The Binagadi District Court in Azerbaijan has granted the prosecutor’s petition to extend the arrest of Arkady Ghukasyan. Ucom General Director joins High-Tech Development Panel Discussion The discussion was titled "The Role of International Corporations and Investors as Catalysts for Development of High-Tech Ecosystem." U.S. still believes “peace is possible” between Armenia, Azerbaijan The United States continues to believe that peace is possible between Armenia and Azerbaijan, Vedant Patel says. Dozens detained as antigovernment protest continue in Armenia At least 63 people demanding Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s resignation were detained on May 14 as they blocked streets in Yerevan. |