Joint exercise "EAGLE PARTNER 2023" commenced

In the framework of preparation for participation in international peacekeeping missions the Armenia-U.S. joint exercise "EAGLE PARTNER 2023" commenced on September 11 in "Zar" Training Center of the Peacekeeping Brigade of the Ministry of Defense. The opening ceremony of the joint military exercise was attended by The Chief of the General Staff of the RA Armed Forces- First Deputy Minister of Defense, Lieutenant General Edward Asryan. The stabilization security operations between the conflicting parties will be worked out within the training days by performing peacekeeping tasks. The purpose of the exercise is to increase the level of interoperability of the unit participating in international peacekeeping missions within the framework of peacekeeping operations, to exchange best practices in control and tactical communication, as well as to increase the readiness of the Armenian unit for the planned NATO/PfP "Operational Capabilities Concept" evaluation.

11/09/2023

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The MoD of Azerbaijan spread disinformation

The statement of the Ministry of Defence of Azerbaijan as if on September 11, at around 1:30 p.m. the units of the Armenian Armed Forces fired against the Azerbaijani combat outposts in the eastern part of the border, does not correspond to reality.

11/09/2023

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Azerbaijani armed forces opened fire against the Armenian positions

On September 9, at around 22:50 p.m., Azerbaijani armed forces units fired from fire arms towards the Armenian combat outposts nearby Kutakan (Gegharkunik Marz).

10/09/2023

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The MoD of Azerbaijan spread disinformation

The statement of the Ministry of Defence of Azerbaijan as if on September 9, at around 23:40 p.m., the units of the Armenian Armed Forces opened fire against the Azerbaijani combat positions in the southeastern part of the border, does not correspond to reality.

10/09/2023

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Statement

A number of foreign Telegram channels having lots of subscribers and referring to the Ministry of Defence of the Republic of Armenia, circulate disinformation and render it as a statement of the MoD of the Republic of Armenia.

09/09/2023

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The MoD of Azerbaijan spread disinformation

The statement of the Ministry of Defence of Azerbaijan as if on September 9, at around 03:55 a.m., the units of the Armenian Armed Forces opened fire against the Azerbaijani combat positions in the southwestern part of the border, does not correspond to reality.

09/09/2023

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А briefing with foreign Defence Attachés and representatives accredited to the Republic of Armenia

On September 8, a briefing with foreign Defence Attachés and representatives accredited to the Republic of Armenia was held at the Ministry of Defence headquarters. During the briefing, the Defence Attachés were briefed on the current situation on the Armenian-Azerbaijani border. It was mentioned that the situation continues to be tense as a result of the accumulation of Azerbaijani armed forces during the last 2 days, hence the Armenian Armed Forces continue to take necessary actions to stabilize it and prevent provocations.

08/09/2023

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The MoD of Azerbaijan spread disinformation

The statement of the Ministry of Defence of Azerbaijan as if on September 8, between 13:35 p.m. and 13:45 p.m., the units of the Armenian Armed Forces opened fire against the Azerbaijani combat positions in the southwestern part of the border, does not correspond to reality.

08/09/2023

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The Minister of Defence received Ambassador of the French Republic

On September 7, the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia Suren Papikyan received the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the French Republic to the Republic of Armenia Olivier Decottignies. Issues related to regional security were discussed during the meeting. The Ambassador was briefed by the Minister on the current situation on the Armenian-Azerbaijani border.

07/09/2023

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The Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia had a telephone conversation with the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Cyprus

On September 7, the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia Suren Papikyan had a telephone conversation with the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Cyprus Michalis Giorgallas. Issues related to the security situation around Armenia and Cyprus were discussed. The Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia introduced to his colleague the current situation on the Armenian-Azerbaijani border. The course of bilateral cooperation in defence field was also discussed. The ministers commended the current status of cooperation and emphasized their willingness to further expand it.

07/09/2023

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Azerbaijani armed forces opened fire against the Armenian positions

On September 7, at around 01:35 a.m., Azerbaijani armed forces units fired from fire arms towards the Armenian combat outposts nearby Norabak (Gegharkunik Marz).

07/09/2023

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The MoD of Azerbaijan spread disinformation

The statement disseminated by the Ministry of Defence of Azerbaijan as if on September 6, at around 11:10 p.m., units of the Armenian Armed Forces opened fire on Azerbaijani combat outposts in the eastern part of the border, does not correspond to reality.

07/09/2023

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