Russia circulates resolution on Syria in UNSeptember 29, 2011 - 10:13 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Russia has circulated in the UN an updated version of its own resolution on Syria. The resolution condemns the ongoing violence in Syria but does not open the door to any sanctions. Instead, it calls for "an inclusive Syrian-led political process," according to CNN. "It's important to work fast, but also it's important not to make mistakes," said Vitaly Churkin, the Russian ambassador to the UN. UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon met with Syrian Foreign Minister Walid al-Moualem earlier this week at UN headquarters in New York. A statement put out by Ban's office said that he "reiterated his call for an end to violence and for a genuine process to fulfill the legitimate aspirations of the people for comprehensive political change." 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 | 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. |