  Bagis: Turkey, Armenia have chance to cooperate June 21, 2011 - 18:04 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Turkish State Minister & Chief Negotiator for EU Egemen Bagis has said that Turkey and Armenia have a chance to cooperate “to prevent people, nations and countries from suffering more in the future.” According to the Anatolian News Agency, during a meeting with a delegation of Turkish, Armenian and U.S. journalists in Ankara on Tuesday, June 21, Bagis said that both Turkish and Armenian peoples “suffered in the past, however, the history cannot be changed.” Noting that Armenian President Serzh Sargsyan and Turkish President Abdullah Gul “have taken brave steps,” Bagis said that it is necessary to pursue the process. Commenting on the Karabakh conflict resolution, he said, “We want permanent solution between Armenia and Azerbaijan, what is in the interests of all countries of the region.” Asked when the border between Turkey and Armenia could be opened, Bagis said “it will be opened one day after Armenia and Azerbaijan shake hands.”   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 |  Latest 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. |
