Maduro sworn in as Venezuela’s new presidentApril 20, 2013 - 09:51 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Nicolas Maduro has been sworn in as Venezuelan president, succeeding the late Hugo Chavez who died of cancer in March after ruling for 14 years, BBC News reported. During his speech, a man grabbed the microphone and was dragged away, after which Maduro criticised security saying he could have been shot. Thousands gathered on the streets of Caracas to show their support for Maduro and to celebrate independence. The ceremony follows a decision to audit votes cast in Sunday's election. Maduro was elected president ahead of opposition leader Henrique Capriles by 1.5% of the vote. Capriles, who believed there were voting irregularities, says he accepts the electoral audit. Opposition supporters protested against Maduro's inauguration by banging on pots and pans, and playing salsa music. 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 | 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. |