20 years of independence; a glimpse into history

September 20, 2011 - 18:21 AMT  14:26 GMT
For history 20 years is a negligible period of time, almost less than a second. But for people, who for 600 years have been deprived of statehood and independence, it’s quite a long interval of time during which intermediate results can be totaled, providing a good example of survival. On September 21, 1991 majority of Armenians thought that a good deal of problems, including the Karabakh issue, could be solved with declaration of independence. Everyone then thought that the world community would not leave the Armenian people one on one against aggressors, by recognizing the right of nations to self-determination.

Leading tennis players may go on strike unless ATP schedule reformed

September 20, 2011 - 18:10 AMT  14:26 GMT
Andy Murray: the tennis players will be discussing the matter further at the Shanghai Masters early next month.

Turkey Interior Minister suspects terror attack behind Ankara blast

September 20, 2011 - 17:56 AMT  14:26 GMT
An explosion from a suspected car bomb ripped through a street in Ankara, killing three people and wounding 15.

Armenia participates in Top Resa 2011 Tourism Fair in Paris

September 20, 2011 - 17:54 AMT  14:26 GMT
Armenia's attendance will boost its popularity in international tourist markets, promoting establishment of business ties.

Iranian students design drone

September 20, 2011 - 17:54 AMT  14:26 GMT
The small size Shaparak weighs 55kg and enjoys the capability to carry a maximum 10kg load and conduct night flights.
Minister says Diaspora Armenians may have seats in RA parliament

Minister says Diaspora Armenians may have seats in RA parliament

September 20, 2011 - 17:43 AMT  14:26 GMT
Hranush Hakobyan: the Armenian people have finally unanimously adopted the agenda of priority issues.
EU official calls for recapitalization of banks

EU official calls for recapitalization of banks

September 20, 2011 - 17:29 AMT  14:26 GMT
Joaquin Almunia: in light of the worsening crisis, the EU should extend softer rules on state aid to banks beyond the end of 2011.
Samsung to make Bada open-source project

Samsung to make Bada open-source project

September 20, 2011 - 17:27 AMT  14:26 GMT
Turning Bada into an open-source project, might be a push the platform needs to become relevant in the smartphone space.
Armen Yeganian thanks Canada for firm stance in Genocide recognition

Armen Yeganian thanks Canada for firm stance in Genocide recognition

September 20, 2011 - 17:22 AMT  14:26 GMT
Armenian Ambassador to Canada Armen Yeganian submitted his credentials to the Governor General of Canada David Lloyd Johnston.
Heritage congratulates Armenian people on 20th anniversary of independence

Heritage congratulates Armenian people on 20th anniversary of independence

September 20, 2011 - 17:15 AMT  14:26 GMT
“It was each and every Armenian’s honor to take part in the struggle for independence,” the party said in its address.
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