 Russian opposition leader Navalny freed on bail July 19, 2013 - 11:26 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny has been freed from jail pending an appeal, a day after being found guilty of embezzlement, BBC News reported. The decision, by a court in Kirov, was greeted by applause from those in the courtroom. Thousands of his supporters took to the streets on Thursday, July 18 to protest against his conviction, saying it was politically motivated. Navalny is a vocal critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin. He recently registered his candidacy for Moscow mayoral elections, but after Thursday's verdict he indicated that he would withdraw from the race. It is not clear if the fact he is now free pending an appeal will alter his decision.   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 Biden honors resilience of Armenian people on April 24  U.S. President Joe Biden has issued a statement on the 109th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide.Ex-Karabakh leader moved to solitary confinement cell in Baku, his son says David Vardanyan is the son of former Karabakh leader Ruben Vardanyan who who is currently imprisoned in Azerbaijan.Macron says France commemorates 109th anniv. of Armenian genocide Today France commemorates the 109th anniversary of the Armenian genocide of 1915, Macron says.Freedom House concerned by mounting reports of police violence in Armenia Freedom House urged Armenian authorities to investigate this pattern of excessive force and inhumane treatment. |
