Turkey, Azerbaijan's main goal total extermination of ArmeniansDecember 26, 2008 - 15:17 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - It's not a secret that the main goal of Turkey and Azerbaijan is total extermination of Armenian ethno-political entity in the Caucasus, an Armenian expert said. "The leadership in both countries never concealed that Baku want to wage a new war with a purpose to completely destruct Armenian manpower, gene pool and even to seize some Armenian regions, specifically Syunik," Vardan Hovsepyan, expert at Mitq analytical center told PanARMENIAN.Net "Baku is building up its military capacity, what proves that Azerbaijan strives for war. With Turkey's help, Azerbaijan is planning to launch production of offensive arms - missiles, bombs, tanks, etc. Under the circumstances, Armenia should strengthen its defense sector and prepare for new hostilities," Hovsepyan said. 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 | 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. Armenia, Russia discuss life extension of Metsamor nuclear plant Issues regarding the extension of life of the 2nd power unit of the Armenian Nuclear Power Plant were discussed in Yerevan. Armenians stage more campaigns against territorial concessions to Azerbaijan Protesters blocked more roads across Armenia on Friday, April 26 in continuing attempts to scuttle territorial concessions to Azerbaijan. |