Georgian expert: NATO considers Russia’s factor in CaucasusFebruary 10, 2011 - 18:16 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Georgian expert Nika Chitadze said that if NATO becomes more active in ensuring safety in South Caucasus, it will have only a positive impact on situation in the region. “In my opinion, currently NATO does not try to get involved in the processes related to security in the South Caucasus. However, taking into consideration possibilities of the organization, which used to be a stability guarantor in the Balkans, active involvement of NATO in the region’s processes will be positive,” Chitadze said. As for NATO’s involvement in the processes aimed at conflicts settlement in South Caucasus, the Georgian expert said that the alliance considers Russia’s factor. “Besides, now NATO is focused on Afghanistan,” he concluded. 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 | Mirzoyan says meeting with Bayramov was “constructive” At the moment, Ararat Mirzoyan said, there is no basis for additional comments. OSCE vows support for Armenia “in all three directions of security” Achieving stable peace between Armenia and Azerbaijan remains a priority of the OSCE, said Ian Borg. 151 detained as civil disobedience campaigns continue in Yerevan Citizens have been blocking streets in the Armenian capital, demanding Nikol Pashinyan’s resignation. France welcomes Armenia-Azerbaijan meeting in Almaty France has welcomed the new round of negotiations between the foreign ministers of Armenia and Azerbaijan. |