  West’s interference in Karabakh conflict worsens the situationJanuary 8, 2011 - 12:31 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The Nagorno Karabakh conflict should be settled through talks, chairman of Tabriz Chamber of Commerce said. “The West’s interference in the conflict worsens the situation,” Hausheng Faker said in a meeting with Rajab Safarov, the head of Iranian commission in the Moscow Chamber of Commerce. Resolution of Karabakh conflict will secure reopening of Julfa-Moscow railway communication, which transported over 400 trailers every day, according to him. Safarov, for his part, noted that the West “is worried that Iran can strengthen its positions in the region as an international mediator if the conflict is settled.” “It’s illogical that a strategically important railway remained blocked for a long period of time,” he said, Iran.ru reported.   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 |  Topic Latest news 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).Russia to begin assessing migrant workers' speaking skills Rosobrnadzor is planning to change the Russian language exam for migrant workers and include an assessment of speaking skills |
