Armenian Security Council approves border security strategy

  The Armenian National Security Council approved on Saturday a strategy of border security and integrated management of the state border, Armenia News reports. The new strategy provides for strengthening of the border security, border infrastructure modernization and integrated management of the state border. 

USA to discuss the withdrawal of its forces from Iraq with Turkey

The the chairman of the US Joint Chiefs of Staff, Admiral Mike Mullen, will visit Turkey on the 3rd of September reports APA.During Mullen's visit the main question under discussion will be the transfer of heavy military technology leaving Iraq through Turkey.

Russia introduces a new ship to the Caspian Fleet

Russia's naval forces have introduced a new rocket ship to the Caspian Fleet. APA  reports that the name of the ship is "Grad Sviyazsk". Built in Tatarstan, it has a length of 74.1 meters, width of 11 meters, height of 6.57 meters and speed of 25 miles.

Iran tests new "Fateh-110" rockets

The minister of Defence of Iran said that tests of the new-generation "Fateh-110" rocket have taken place, Trend reports.The new medium-range rocket is 9 meters long and weighs 3,500 kilos. Tests of the "Giyam-1" rocket also took place two days ago.

The Ministry of Defense of Russia denies S-300 located in Tskhinvali

The Russian Ministry of Defence denies that S-300 complexes have been located in South Ossetia, Interfax reports.According to the Ministry, the problems of shielding the Russian base are resolved with the "Buk" and "Tunguska" complexes and others of that class.

Azerbaijan investigates the Treaty signed between Russia and Armenia.

Azerbaijan has started an investigation?into the Treaty signed by Russia and Arnenia. According to the words of the Azerbaijani side, although the treaty is a decision between two independent countries, it may affect the safety of the region.Russia and Armenia signed a protocol changing the time of the dislocation of the Russian military base from 25 to 49 years.The Azerbaijani side hopes that Russia will not forget its agreement and use its forces against Azerbaijan.

Iran has completely fulfilled its demand?for earth radar stations

Brigadier General Mohammad Hasan Mansurian states that Iran is fully equipped with earth radar stations, PressTV reports.Iran is now trying to build defense complexes to use instead of the S-300.The defense of the Bushehr power plant has also been improved.

Wide-ranging tactical exercises start in Goryachii Klyuch

Wide-ranging tactical artillery exercises will start today in Molkino, reports yuga.ru. Within the framework of the annual military exercises, training will take place in Adigeya, Chechnya, Northern Ossetia, Dagestan and the Stavropol and Volgograd regions and on the territory of the 102nd military base in Armenia, the 4th base in South Ossetia and the 7th base in Abkhazia.Training will include practicing with the "Grad", "Msta", "Akacia" and "D-30" systems.

Russian military base will stay in Armenia till 2044, not 2046

Russia's military base in Armenia will remain until 2046, not 2044, the deputy minister of foreign affairs of Armenia, Shavarsh Kocheryan told Armenian Public Television, Novosti Armenia reports. The protocol was signed last Friday and changed the period of the presence of the Russian base from 25 to 49 years, starting from the ratification of the document in 1997.The deputy head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that this protocol is not just a symbol, but a direction of the relationship between the two countries.

Volunteer battalion formed in Dagestan

A special battalion for fighting terrorists will be formed from volunteers in Dagestan. It is planned that it will join the 102nd Brigade of the Interior Ministry forces. 6 companies are planned to be formed, which will be dispersed to those regions of Dagestan where terrorist activity is strong.

Russia and Armenia to prolong the military base in Gyumri

A protocol for prolonging the Russian base in Gyumri was signed during the visit of Dmitry Medvedev to Yerevan. The changes to the protocol apply to the period of the existence of the military base, which was initially for 25 years, starting in 1995. It has now been changed to 49 years, reports Russia-24, citing the Armenian Foreign Minister, Edward Nalbandyan.Some other corrections were also made. The presence of the base now provides protection not only to the interests of Russia, but to the security of Armenia.

An F-4 fighter of the Iranian Air Force crashes in Bushehr

An F-4 fighter of the Iranian Air Force crashed today in the southern Iranian province of Bushehr, says the agency Fars, reports ITAR-TASSBoth pilots escaped from the aircraft. The cause of the accident was a technical failure.

Military school to be opened in South Ossetia

A military school is planned to be opened on the 1st of September, said the deputy minister of science, Aslan Lolayev. "Young people will be able to attend Russian military academies after graduating," Lolayev said. The military school will be opened on the basis of Public School number 7. The necessary equipment is now being prepared, reports "Res".16.08.2010

Military manoeuvres in Abkhazia.

Military maneuvers have started in Abkhazia and will last till the 27th of August, press secretary of the ministry of Defense Rolan Dzhodzhua told Interfax.The exercises will take place at the base of the regional military commands and in the districts using the reserve forces. The aim of the exercises is to check the preparation of the military command and reserve forces.The results will be known on the 3rd of September.16.08.2010

Military unit attacked in Ingushetia

Unidentified persons launched grenades at the motor-rifle unit located in the Sunzhensky region of Ingushetia, reports RIA-Novosti. There were no casualities.

US knew about S-300 missiles in Abkhazia

The US was aware of Russian intentions to locate an S-300 surface-to-air missile system in Abkhazia, claimed the official representative of the US State Department, Philip Crowley, reports RIA-Novosti. The situation came as no surprise to the US government, as similar systems had been located there several years ago.

Airforces of Russia place S-300 antimissile complex in Abkhazia

The Russian Airforces have placed one of their S-300 complexes in Abkhazia, the Head of the Russian Air Force Aleksandr Zelin announced, reports RIA Novosti."We have placed an S-300 system in Abkhazia, so that in coordination with the other systems of air defense it can protect the territory of Abkazia and South Ossetia," said Zelin.11.08.2010

Iran is ready to help the army of Lebanon

Teheran claims that it is ready to provide the Lebanese army with the necessary equipment and to follow the military treaty signed between the two countries' defence ministers, said the ambassador of Iran to Beirut during a meeting with Lebanese general Jan Kahvadja, reports Trend referring to the agency IRNA.10.08.10

Iran is ready to help the army of Leban

Teheran claims that it is ready to provide the Lebanese army with the necessary equipment and to follow the military treaty signed between the two countries' defence ministers, said the ambassador of Iran to Beirut during a meeting with Lebanese general Jan Kahvadja, reports Trend referring to the agency IRNA.

Armenia creating program for its military-industrial establishment

Armenia claims it will have finished developing a new military-industrial establishment program by 2011.Speaking at an interdepartmental defence commission on the 10th of August, the Secretary of the Council of National Security, Artur Bagdasarian, noted that the challenges their country faces show the need for a powerful military-industrial establishment.

Israel's prime minister gives evidence in Freedom Flottila case

This Monday, the special commission looking into the Freedom Flottila case under the patronage of former Israel judge Jakob Turkel started questioning the first witnesses, including the prime minister of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu informs Trend. In his speech, the premier declared that the marine blockade was aied at preventing supplies to HAMAS. During the operation, 10 men on the Turkish ship Mavi Marmara were killed. Israel soldiers have already been questioned by a special commission under Gior Aylend. All the conclusions of the commission will be given to Turkel.

Iran's navy gets Ghadir submarines.

Iran now has four Ghadir class submarines, says Press TV. Iran now has 7 vessels capable of holding anti-warcraft rockets. The Ghadir subs' main purpose is to carry troops and work in shallow waters, like the Persian Gulf. Iran also plans to obtain Qaem class submarines soon. These subs specialize in long distance voyages.

President of Turkey confirms new head of General Staff

General Ishiik Koshaner, the present head of Turkey's ground forces, is to become the new head of General Staff of the army says Trend.  Turkish President Abdullah Gul confirmed Koshaner's apointment at a meeting with the minister of defence, Vedzhi Genule, and the current head, Ilker Bashbuga, who is retiring on August 30. The new head of the ground forces will be General Erdal Dzheylanogly.09.08.2010

Russia may create military base in Turkey

Russia is interested in basing its vessels abroad, reports RIA-Novosti, citing the head of the Russian Navy Vladimir Vysotsky. He said Turkey was one of the countries with good port infrastructure, and the ports are situated near strategically placement zones of the Russian navy forces. Russia currently has only one foreign navy base, in Syria.

Turkish diplomat becomes new NATO deputy secretary general

Turkish diplomat Huseyin Dirioz has become the new deputy secretary general of NATO, reports TRT. Dirioz will be responsible for defense and planning issues.

Georgia will conduct maritime exercises with Turkish coastguard vessel

On the 14th of July a Turkish TCSG-122 coastguard vessel will enter Georgian territorial waters, reports "Georgia Online". According to the Georgian Border Service, the visit is being made in the framework of bilateral military cooperation between the General Staff of the Turkish Armed Forces and the Georgian Border Service. A welcoming ceremony will take place at the port of Poti, the crew will meet with mayor of the town and with the operation's command.

Georgia and France conduct joint maritime exercises

In a context of georgian-french cooperation frech sailors and georgian coast guard hold exercises, wich has visited french ambassador to Georgia Eric Fournier. He made a special statement for the press about the meening of the french warship «Jean de Vienne». He pointed out that this visit confirms, that peace in the region is very important for France and the russian-georgian conflict can be resolved by means of dialogue. He also commented on the Lavrov's compromise statement and highlighted that the U.S.

French frigate to visit Georgia's Batumi

A frigate of the French national fleet, Jean De Vienne, will visit the Georgia port of Batumi on July 8. The ship will stay until July 11 and will participate in joint military training with Georgian forces, News Georgia reports. French officials will also meet representatives of the Georgian Defense ministry. Sailors from the two countries will also play a football match. Georgia and France signed a memorandum on economic cooperation last month. The deal involves cooperation in the spheres of energy, tourism, and investment.

Turkey urges Iraq to wage war against Kurdish militants

Turkey has calledon Iraq to wage total war against Kurdish militants,ITAR-TASS reports, citing the head of the Turkish General Staff.

Four terrorist acts hit Kabardino-Balkaria in 24 hours

Policein Russia's North Caucasus republic of Kabardino-Balkaria havefound an improvised explosive device in a vehicle belonging to apoliceman in the city of Tyrnyauz. The device has an explosive powerequivalent to 1.5 kg of TNT, Interfax reports.