  U.S. once promised Russia to block Georgia's way to NATO if it uses force against South OssetiaDecember 24, 2008 - 13:26 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The U.S. once promised Russia to block Georgia's way to NATO if it uses force against South Ossetia, Russia's Foreign Minister said. "We warned our American counterparts against consequences of Saakashvili's regime. In response, they said that the use of force against South Ossetia will deprive Georgia of any chance to join NATO," Sergei Larvov said. "Nevertheless, the U.S. keeps supporting Georgia's accession to the Alliance after the August hostilities," he said, Novosti Georgia 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 Topic Latest news Narek Manasyan wins European Boxing Championships silver for Armenia  Armenia’s Narek Manasyan (92kg) won Armenia’s second silver medal at the European Boxing Championships 2024 on April 28.Blinken urges Azerbaijan to continue negotiations with Armenia Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken has urged Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev to continue negotiations with Armenia.Pashinyan, Blinken talk Armenia-U.S. ties over the phone Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan had a phone conversation with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on April 28, Pashinyan’s office reports.Titus, Bilirakis lead legislation to sanction Azerbaijani war criminals Representatives Dina Titus (D-NV) and Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) have introduced the bipartisan legislation. |
