U.S. Thinks Karabakh Conflict Settlement Possible in Near FutureMarch 3, 2006 - 18:20 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - "The statement on Karabakh's possible joining Armenia aggravates the tension in the region and is of no benefit," U.S. Ambassador to Azerbaijan Reno Harnish told journalists in Baku when commenting on Robert Kocharian's statement. The diplomat noted that the U.S. government is interested in the continuation of the talks and encourages the Presidents and Foreign Ministers for the peaceful dialogue. When touching upon the forthcoming meeting of the OSCE Minsk Group Co-chairs in Washington, Mr. Harnish noted that the latest statement made by the Co-chairs in Vienna March 2 prove their interest in the Nagorno Karabakh conflict settlement that may be achieved in the near future. To remind, yesterday Armenian President Robert Kocharian in an interview with the central Armenian and Nagorno Karabakh TV Channels stated that Armenia will de jure recognize the independence of Nagorno Karabakh if the talks reach a deadlock. He told journalists that the "negotiations are going on and there are chances for success." 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. |