  RUSSIA NOT GOING TO INCREASE MILITARY PRESENCE IN ARMENIAJune 19, 2003 - 22:58 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Russia is not going to increase its military presence in Armenia. As reported by "Interfax-MNA" agency, first deputy chief of the headquarters of the Russian armed forces Yuri Baluyevsky stated. "According to our estimates, at present the group of Russian troops, interacting with the country armed forces, can secure territorial integrity of Armenia, as well as protect national and strategic interests of Russia in the region," - the general said. Yuri Baluyevsky also denied reports that a number of Russian military units had been moved from Georgia to Armenia.  Top stories Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev arrived in Moscow on April 22 to hold talks with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. 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".   Partner news |  Latest news Israel warns of “serious consequences” after Armenia recognizes Palestine  Dmitry Gendelman said the move will have “serious long-term consequences” for Israel-Armenia relations.French envoy travels to Armenia’s Syunik French ambassador to Armenia Olivier Decottignies visited the town of Goris in the country’s southern Syunik province.Actress Lala Mnatsakanyan dies aged 67 Actress Lala Mnatsakanyan has died at the age of 67, according to a statement from the YSITC.CSTO says retains obligations to Armenia The CSTO retains all obligations to Armenia, the country remains an ally of the organization, Imangali Tasmagambetov says. |
