Norwegian lawmakers nominate Snowden for Nobel Peace PrizeJanuary 29, 2014 - 15:40 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Two Norwegian lawmakers said they have jointly nominated former NSA contractor Edward Snowden for the 2014 Nobel Peace Prize, according to the Associated Press. Socialist lawmakers Baard Vegard Solhjell, a former environment minister, and Snorre Valen said Wednesday, Jan 29, the public debate and policy changes "in the wake of Snowden's whistleblowing has contributed to a more stable and peaceful world order." Being nominated just means Snowden will be one of scores of names that the Nobel committee will consider for the prestigious award. The five-member panel won't confirm who's been nominated but those who submit nominations sometimes make them public. Nominators, including members of national parliaments and governments, university professors and previous laureates, must enter their submissions by Feb 1. The prize committee members can add their own candidates at their first meeting after that deadline. Related links: 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 | 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. 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. |