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FM Mirzoyan discusses Armenia-EU cooperation, regional security with MEP Nathalie Loiseau


On February 12, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Armenia Ararat Mirzoyan had a meeting with Nathalie Loiseau (Renew Europe, France), the chair of the Subcommittee on Security and Defense of the European Parliament. 

The interlocutors discussed Issues of the Armenia-EU partnership agenda, which the EU legislative body has greatly contributed to. In this context, the prospects of deepening the partnership and the mutual efforts in that direction were touched upon.

The parties also discussed regional issues in the South Caucasus. Ararat Mirzoyan briefed his interlocutor on the vision of the Armenian side in overcoming the existing challenges, including with the support of international partners. The importance of deterring territorial aspirations towards the Republic of Armenia as well as of unequivocal respect for territorial integrity and inviolability of borders was stressed.

The interlocutors commended the principled approach shown by the European Parliament in difficult conditions for the Republic of Armenia and the people of Nagorno-Karabakh as well as clear assessments and messages reflected in the adopted documents.

Minister Mirzoyan thanked Nathalie Loiseau for her significant contribution to promoting issues of key importance for the Republic of Armenia, protecting human values, and awarded her with the “Medal of Gratitude” of Armenia.


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Alexey Dedov: Negotiations underway to create Russia-Armenia-Azerbaijan-Iran energy bridge


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First deputy PM of Georgia: Energy sector – priority issue for gov’t


Development of the energy sector and ensuring energy independence is one of the important priorities of the Georgian government. In order to accelerate the development of the industry, it is planned to attract investments worth $3-4 billion in the next tw

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4 Armenian soldiers dead, 1 wounded in Azeri shooting



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Int’l community must condemn Azeri actions, call for withdrawal of occupying forces from Armenia – diplomat



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Passenger flow in Kutaisi Airport up by 78% in January


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British PM congratulates newly appointed Georgian counterpart, looks forward to “strengthened partnership”


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AP Headline News – Feb 13 2024 05:00 (EST)


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Heads of CIA, Mossad may discuss hostage deal in Cairo on Feb 13


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London: US Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) Director William Burns and the head of the Israeli Secret Intelligence Service (Mossad), David Barnea, may hold a meeting in Cairo on February 13 to resume negotiations on an agreement between Israel and Hamas to cease hostilities and secure the release of hostages, the Financial Times newspaper reported on Tuesday, citing sources.

Egyptian and Qatari officials are also expected to take part in the negotiations, the report said. Moreover, they believe Barnea’s plan to visit Egypt was a sign that Israel was still ready to negotiate a possible agreement with Hamas, the report added.

An unnamed diplomat briefed on the progress of the negotiations told the newspaper that previous discussions had been constructive and noted that there was a desire to reach a compromise.

At the same time, the diplomat said that the main sticking points are still the issue of a permanent ceasefire and the withdrawal of Israeli troops from the Gaza Strip, the newspaper reported.

On October 7, 2023, the Gaza Strip-controlling Hamas movement launched a large-scale rocket attack against Israel and breached the border, attacking both civilian neighbourhoods and military bases. As a result, over 1,200 people in Israel were killed, and some 240 others were abducted.

Israel launched retaliatory strikes, ordered a complete blockade of Gaza, and started a ground incursion into the Palestinian enclave with the declared goal of eliminating Hamas fighters and rescuing the hostages. Over 28,300 people have been killed so far in the Gaza Strip, local authorities said.

On November 24, Qatar mediated a deal between Israel and Hamas on a temporary truce and the exchange of some of the prisoners and hostages, as well as the delivery of humanitarian aid into the Gaza Strip. The ceasefire was extended several times and expired on December 1. More than 100 hostages are still believed to be held by Hamas in Gaza.

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Alexey Dedov: Negotiations underway to create Russia-Armenia-Azerbaijan-Iran energy bridge – NEWS.am


Alexey Dedov: Negotiations underway to create Russia-Armenia-Azerbaijan-Iran energy bridge  NEWS.am