Prime Minister of Gaza's Hamas government shuffles Cabinet September 2, 2012 - 16:52 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The Prime Minister of Gaza's Hamas government shuffled his Cabinet Sunday, Sept 2, in a move that deepens divisions with the rival Palestinian government in the West Bank, AP reports. Hamas has controlled Gaza since ousting forces loyal to President Mahmoud Abbas in 2007. Repeated attempts to reconcile and ultimately unite the territories under one government have failed. Prime Minister Ismail Haniyeh's new Cabinet, like the previous one, consists solely of Hamas members. The move was seen as a show of strength by Hamas, which has shown little interest in reconciliation as it consolidates control over Gaza. Any new ministerial appointments without consulting the West Bank reflected these deep divisions. His interior minister, Fathi Hamad, will remain in place, overseeing security forces in Gaza, signaling that Hamas will maintain its tough stance against Israel.   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. |
