In the framework of strategic command-staff trainings “Reaction-2013” which are being held according to the RA AF development plan, RA president, NSC Chairman Serje Sargsyan convened NSC meeting. During it conditional military- political situation around Armenia and high-ranking officials’ actions during taking such decisions were discussed. NSC members presented their suggestions to the President on how to neutralize threats and prepare the state for defense.

During the Soviet years the chemical industry of Azerbaijan was considered as well developed, and there were all prerequisites that our enemy could create and use mass destruction weapon (WMD). That’s why RA AF chemical service was formed which was re-formed into a chemical troops unit on October 1, 1992 headed by Lt. Colonel M.Hayrapetyan. After the creation of radiation, chemical and biological defense regiments and sub-units, in March 1997 on the order of the Defense Minister the RChBD unit was transformed into a department.

I couldn’t even think that I would be received on such a high level. And this prompts me 2 things: first, that till the end of my days I owe my nation, and second, that people of our region, including Talish people, should live in peace and have good relations with their neighbours. Only radio station “Voice of Talishstan” maintains our spirit, teaches our language, helps us not to loose our identity. In this regard let me express my gratitude to Professor G.Asatryan and his “companions”.

Recently a kidney surgery through laporoscopy method was carried out in the Urological department of Central clinic military hospital (CCMH). Such a surgery is unique in Armenia and is being implemented only in three medical centres. In the CCMH the first surgery was conducted by urologist-surgeon Vahram Hakobyan.

In the city of Vardenis (Gegharkunik marz) a solemn ceremony was conducted dedicated to the 22-nd anniversary of independent Armenia. The function was organized on the initiative and with support of Vardenis Mayor’s office (Mayor – Volodya Khloyan), Karabakh Veterans’ Union (Chairman – Youriy Miqayelyan) and “Youth Will” NGO (Chairwoman – Anahit Grigoryan). In the beginning the participants visited Artsakh victims’ memorial and paid tribute to perished soldiers who gave their lives for freedom.

From September 29 till October 5 in the capital of Russia Moscow the 5th International Contest “CIS Warrior” was held. Representatives of Armed Forces of Armenia, Ukraine, Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan participated in it.
There were 5 nominations: “Sportsman”, “Professional”, “Sniper”, “Generalist” and “Cavalier”.
In the general team event Armenia was the third. Awarding ceremony was held in RF AF Cultural Centre.