  Cooperation outlooks between Armenian and Lebanese defense ministries discussed in Beirut July 13, 2010 - 21:39 AMTPanARMENIAN.Net - On July 12, Armenia’s Ambassador to Lebanon Ashot Kocharyan met with Lebanese Deputy Prime Minister, Defense Minister Elias Murr. The two men discussed outlooks for boosting bilateral relations in various fields. Specifically, cooperation between the Armenian and Lebanese defense ministries was in the focus of the meeting. Elias Murr hailed the active role of the Armenian community in the political and public life of Lebanon. Besides, the parties referred to the Karabakh conflict settlement and regional issues, the RA MFA press service reported.   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 |  Latest news Biden honors resilience of Armenian people on April 24  U.S. President Joe Biden has issued a statement on the 109th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide.Ex-Karabakh leader moved to solitary confinement cell in Baku, his son says David Vardanyan is the son of former Karabakh leader Ruben Vardanyan who who is currently imprisoned in Azerbaijan.Macron says France commemorates 109th anniv. of Armenian genocide Today France commemorates the 109th anniversary of the Armenian genocide of 1915, Macron says.Freedom House concerned by mounting reports of police violence in Armenia Freedom House urged Armenian authorities to investigate this pattern of excessive force and inhumane treatment. |
