  Turkish General Staff developed four plans for intrusion into IraqOctober 11, 2007 - 20:57 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The Turkish General Staff developed four plans for a trans-border operation in Northern Iraq. The proposals were submitted to the government.The first plan supposes a 5-10km intrusion for a temporary blockade of the near-border zone. The second provides for overland operations aimed at neutralizing the terrorists. Helicopters will also be enabled. The third supposes an air attack on targets in Kandil mountains. The fourth supposes a mixed operation by land troops with the active support of the air force and artillery. This variant is eyed as the most preferable, ITAR-TASS reports   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 |  Related sections Latest news Former Pashinyan envoy urges end to Genocide speculation  Marukyan has urged authorities in Armenia stop discussions about verifying the names of 1.5 million victims.First Canadian expert join EU mission in Armenia The first Canadian expert to join the European Union’s civilian mission in Armenia has arrived in Armenia.Armenian cemetery in Fresno hit by arsons six times since January Six total incidents have burned 19 old-growth trees. Friday night 8 trees were torched along the beautiful main entrance.Iran vows to “decisively” defend sovereignty, national interests The Iranian embassy in Armenia has defended its “defensive and proportional action in in occupied Palestine.” |
