  Aram Safaryan: well-organized elections make NKR independence irreversible May 23, 2010 - 16:43 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Well-organized elections make independence of the Artsakh Republic irreversible, said Aram Safaryan, secretary of Prosperous Armenia party. “Independence of NKR is the last ‘concession’ the Armenian side can make,” he told journalists in Stepanakert. “International recognition is a long process and we should spare no effort to accelerate it.” Mr. Safaryan also emphasized that the people of NKR should decide on the status and territory they will live in. “Armenia will accept any decision Artsakh takes. We are not a side in the conflict; we just contribute to strengthen the republic’s independence,” 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 |  Related sections Topics Latest news 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.Armenia PM, France envoy discuss regional matters Issues related to the consistent development of Armenia-France cooperation were discussed.Azerbaijan razes historic Armenian church to ground Azerbaijan has demolished the historic Armenian Church of St. John the Baptist (known as Kanach Zham). |
