Armed man reportedly takes hostages in French school July 10, 2012 - 12:16 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Two police officials say an armed man has taken hostages at a school complex just south of Paris. Children were initially among the hostages but he appears to be holding one adult now, the Associated Press reports. The man took the hostages Tuesday, July 10 morning in the town of Vitry-sur-Seine. One police official said that all the children at the complex, which includes nursery and elementary schools, were safe. He added that the adult being held is the parent of one of the children. The officials spoke on condition of anonymity because of police rules. French schools are on summer vacation but are running summer activities.   Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads.   Partner news |  Latest news Titus, Bilirakis lead legislation to sanction Azerbaijani war criminals  Representatives Dina Titus (D-NV) and Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) have introduced the bipartisan legislation.Armenia: Defense Ministry warns against involving army in political processes The Ministry’s statement came after a video surfaced online, showing soldiers joining the protests in Tavush.Scholz hopes Armenia-Azerbaijan peace treaty will be signed this year German Chancellor Olaf Scholz hopes that a peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan will be signed this year.Ucom equips four bus stops in Ijevan with free Wi-Fi Ucom now provides free Wi-Fi coverage in smart bus stops in four communities of Ijevan. |
