EU offers additional $85mln humanitarian aid to Syria May 12, 2013 - 18:00 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The European Commission announced on Sunday, May 12 the allocation of an additional 65 million euros ($84.5 million) in humanitarian aid to war-torn Syria, RIA Novosti reported. “The additional funding will be spent inside Syria, to assist the more than four million people who have been forced to flee their homes, and in neighboring countries that have generously welcomed some 1.4 million refugees,” the European Commission said in a statement. The funds will be spent on emergency healthcare services, and also shelter, food, water, sanitation and basic household items. The EU has previously allocated over 300 million euros in humanitarian aid to Syria. "Violence, insecurity and the fight for survival now overwhelm the daily lives of millions of people. Europe has and will continue to help those affected, and this new funding will provide at least some respite to the victims of this terrible conflict,” Humanitarian Aid Commissioner Kristalina Georgieva was quoted as saying in the statement.   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 Pasadena to host Armenian Genocide commemoration event  The Pasadena Armenian Coalition will host its community-wide Armenian Genocide Commemorative Event.Armenia: Opposition activist transferred to Investigative Committee Activist Samvel Vardanyan has been accused of insulting the lawmaker Hakob Aslanyan from the ruling Civil Contract party.Former Pashinyan envoy urges end to Genocide speculation Marukyan has urged authorities in Armenia stop discussions about verifying the names of 1.5 million victims.Azerbaijan, Jordan sign deal on defense cooperation Azerbaijan and Jordan have signed an agreement on cooperation in the field of defense, according to an official statement. |
