Senior Czech diplomat beaten, robbed in SerbiaNovember 27, 2012 - 11:02 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Two masked suspects attacked, beat up and robbed a senior diplomat from the Czech Embassy in Serbia on Sunday, Nov 26 night, RIA Novosti reported citing Serbian media outlets. The attack took place at about 8:00 pm local time (19:00 GMT) at a highway near the town of Vrbas, which is located some 100 kilometers (62 miles) to the north of Belgrade. Ronald Frank, the 66-year-old attaché of the Czech Embassy in Serbia, was hospitalized after the attack with a head injury and bruises. The assailants stole from the diplomat two cellular phones, 10,000 dinars (some $115) as well as a satellite navigation device from his car. 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 | Cyprus parliament honors Armenian genocide victims Acting House President Zacharias Koulias noted that April 24 marks the “black anniversary” of the Armenian genocide. Armenia PM, France envoy discuss regional matters Issues related to the consistent development of Armenia-France cooperation were discussed. Azerbaijan razes historic Armenian church to ground Azerbaijan has demolished the historic Armenian Church of St. John the Baptist (known as Kanach Zham). Russia to begin assessing migrant workers' speaking skills Rosobrnadzor is planning to change the Russian language exam for migrant workers and include an assessment of speaking skills |