WE ARE READY NOT JUST TO RESPOND BUT TAKE SPECIFIC STEPS IF NECESSARY: DEFENSE MINISTER OF ARMENIA

ArmInfo
2009-12-21 11:31:00

ArmInfo. "The militaristic threats by Azerbaijan have always been
heard. We try to less respond them, however, we are ready not just
to respond but also take specific steps if necessary. We saw the
war and know its horrors and troubles. The Azerbaijani authorities
also saw the war, and it should do its best to avoid it. However,
it does not mean that we ask. No, we do not ask but firmly stand on
our positions and, if required, we shall fulfill our tasks at the
appropriate level and will protect our Motherland", Defense Minister
of Armenia Seyran Ohanyan, being in Nagorno Karabakh, said.

He also said that "today, we should direct all our forces not to such
a militaristic rhetoric, but to promotion of the negotiation process
on such a way that would lead to the final resolution of the issue
around the negotiating table, in the conditions of a dialogue and
peace". Speaking of the army construction, the minister said: "We
seriously work towards logistical assistance of our armed forces. The
issues of upgrading, equipment with up-to-date arms and equipment are
the priority for us. We pay more attention to the qualitative and not
quantitative indicators". According to him, the year 2009 was a year
of success for the army in the context of the personnel preparation.

From: Emil Lazarian | Ararat NewsPress