Turkish police detain 13 more demonstrators over violenceJune 20, 2013 - 14:10 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Turkish police have detained 13 more demonstrators suspected of involvement in violence during protests that have swept the country, according to The Associated Press. They were detained for alleged vandalism, use of firebombs and inciting riots. The state-run Anadolu Agency said the suspects are members of outlawed left-wing groups and were identified from videos of the protests. Human rights groups say more than 3,000 people have been detained, then released, since anti-government demonstrations — sparked by a police crackdown on environmental activists — began May 31. Dozens remain in custody and at least six people face charges. Police dispersed hundreds of protesters in the capital Ankara overnight, but the protests have mostly given way to a passive form of resistance, with demonstrators standing motionless in streets and squares. 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 | Armenia, Russia discuss life extension of Metsamor nuclear plant Issues regarding the extension of life of the 2nd power unit of the Armenian Nuclear Power Plant were discussed in Yerevan. Armenians stage more campaigns against territorial concessions to Azerbaijan Protesters blocked more roads across Armenia on Friday, April 26 in continuing attempts to scuttle territorial concessions to Azerbaijan. Czech-Armenian military cooperation discussed in Yerevan A delegation led by the Director General for the Industrial Cooperation Division of the Ministry of Defence of the Czech Republic visited Armenia. U.S. welcomes efforts to define Armenia-Azerbaijan border The United States welcomes efforts to define the border between Armenia and Azerbaijan, says Vedant Patel. |