Serbian ex-minister shot in Belgrade November 14, 2014 - 23:09 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Milan Beko, a former government minister and prominent businessman, has been shot and wounded in Belgrade, the capital, Serbian state television said, according to the Associated Press. The report says an unidentified assailant shot Beko twice in the stomach Friday, Nov 14, in front of his house in a residential area of the city and that he was rushed into surgery. A police official confirmed the report, speaking on condition of anonymity ahead of an official statement. Beko, 53, served briefly as a privatization minister during the rule of the late strongman Slobodan Milosevic in the 1990s. Beko started in the marketing business, but later set up his own company and served as a consultant. He is now considered one of Serbia's wealthiest businessmen. He has close ties with liberal Serbian parties and today's conservative government. 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 |  Latest news Cyprus parliament honors Armenian genocide victims  Acting House President Zacharias Koulias noted that April 24 marks the “black anniversary” of the Armenian genocide.Armenia PM, France envoy discuss regional matters Issues related to the consistent development of Armenia-France cooperation were discussed.Azerbaijan razes historic Armenian church to ground Azerbaijan has demolished the historic Armenian Church of St. John the Baptist (known as Kanach Zham).Russia to begin assessing migrant workers' speaking skills Rosobrnadzor is planning to change the Russian language exam for migrant workers and include an assessment of speaking skills |
