Turkey to restore mosques in Javakheti, AjariaJanuary 31, 2011 - 17:04 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Georgia gave its consent to Turkey for a mosque construction in Batumi. Georgian Minister of Culture Nika Rurua stated that this step should be taken to save the Georgian cultural monuments located in Turkey’s territory, Georgia Online reported. As for the agreement, Rurua said that its terms will be disclosed for the public, as soon as it is signed. A protocol was formed by the Turkish and Georgian governmental committees, under which Turkey plans to restore three mosques (also in Javakheti and Abkhazia) and construct one in Georgia, while the latter will be provided with the opportunity to rehabilitate 4 ancient Georgian churches in Turkey. 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 | Mirzoyan says meeting with Bayramov was “constructive” At the moment, Ararat Mirzoyan said, there is no basis for additional comments. OSCE vows support for Armenia “in all three directions of security” Achieving stable peace between Armenia and Azerbaijan remains a priority of the OSCE, said Ian Borg. 151 detained as civil disobedience campaigns continue in Yerevan Citizens have been blocking streets in the Armenian capital, demanding Nikol Pashinyan’s resignation. France welcomes Armenia-Azerbaijan meeting in Almaty France has welcomed the new round of negotiations between the foreign ministers of Armenia and Azerbaijan. |