Double suicide bombing rocks Damascus center June 11, 2013 - 11:30 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - A double suicide bombing has rocked the center of the Syrian capital, Damascus. The blasts, which according to the latest data, killed 14 people, happened in Marjeh Square, causing casualties, BBC News reported citing state-run television channel al-Ikhbariya. In April, at least 13 people were killed in a blast, reported to have been caused by a car bomb, at the square. The latest attacks come as regime forces prepare an assault to recapture the city of Aleppo from rebels. Images on al-Ikhbariya showed a scene of widespread damage, with shop fronts blown out and debris littering the street. Blood stains marked the pavement, while people milled around among broken glass and wreckage. The UK-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said the blasts had been caused by devices planted in the area, without giving further details.   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. |
