Over 200 ceasefire violation instances reported, Artsakh army soldier killed in Azeri firingMarch 19, 2011 - 18:32 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Despite the agreement on strengthening of trust, reached at the Sochi-hosted Armenia-Russia-Azerbaijan presidential meeting, the provocations of the Azeri side continue to strain military-political situation in the region. Aggressive actions of Azeri side on the line of contact prove the fact, according to Artsakh defense army press service. Specifically, over 200 instances of ceasefire violation at the line of contact between the NKR and Azerbaijani armed forces were reported during the past week. Azerbaijan fired 1300 shots at NKR positions, with intense attacks reported on March 17-18 causing losses to Armenian side. An Armenian serviceman was killed in the fire commenced by the Azerbaijani side on March 17. According to the press office of the Artsakh defense army, Aharon Hayrapetyan, 19, died in the hospital from a fatal wound. “Azerbaijan’s firing upon Armenian positions several hours after the exchange of POWs proves that Azerbaijan not only violates the ceasefire but also ignores peace efforts to resolve the conflict. This fact should receive a proper assessment by the international organizations engaged in resolution of the conflict,” Artsakh defense army 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. |