Azeri Opposition Discontent with OSCE MG ActivitiesJune 7, 2006 - 14:28 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Supporting the peaceful settlement of the Nagorno Karabakh conflict Azeri opposition bloc Azaldyg (Liberty) is however discontent with the mediating activities of the OSCE Minsk Group. "We stand for peaceful talks, however the activities of the OSCE Minsk Group have been fruitless so far," co-founder of Azaldyg, chairman of the People's Front of Azerbaijan Ali Kerimli considers.In his opinion, the problem will not be settled unless measures are taken against Armenia that seized a part of the Azerbaijani territory. "Instead of taking measures the Minsk Group co-chairs are trying to reconcile aggressor with a state whose lands are seized," he said adding that such approach is doomed to failure. Besides, the statement issued by the Organization for Karabakh Liberation says that "the Minsk Group approaches the Karabakh conflict settlement from the position of double standards." "Azerbaijan should refuse from negotiations with the Armenian leadership, urge the international community to apply sanctions against Armenia and launch a military operation for the liberation of the seized territories,' the statement says, reported Interfax. 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. |