Russian Air Force says destroyed militant anti-aircraft missile factorySeptember 6, 2018 - 12:21 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The Russian Ministry of Defense announced on Wednesday, September 5 that their Air Force carried out several airstrikes in Syria’s northwestern region, Al-Masdar News reports. Using their Sukhoi jets, the Russian Air Force unleashed a flurry of airstrikes over over the militant positions near the Turkish border on Tuesday. Among the many targets of the Russian Air Force on Tuesday was an anti-aircraft missile factory the belonged to the militant rebels in the Idlib province. The Russian Ministry of Defense said that their Air Force managed to destroy the anti-aircraft missile factory, along with a weapons depot that belong to the militant rebels in this area. Furthermore, the Russian Ministry of Defense said that their Air Force destroyed a couple of bases belonging to the militant rebels near the Turkish border. With a major offense of brewing in northwestern Syria, the Russian Air Force has intensified their airstrikes over the region in order to weaken the jihadist resolve before the Syrian army launches their long awaited assault. 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 | Cyprus parliament honors Armenian genocide victims Acting House President Zacharias Koulias noted that April 24 marks the “black anniversary” of the Armenian genocide. Armenia PM, France envoy discuss regional matters Issues related to the consistent development of Armenia-France cooperation were discussed. Azerbaijan razes historic Armenian church to ground Azerbaijan has demolished the historic Armenian Church of St. John the Baptist (known as Kanach Zham). Russia to begin assessing migrant workers' speaking skills Rosobrnadzor is planning to change the Russian language exam for migrant workers and include an assessment of speaking skills |