At least 1 killed as blast hits Chinese embassy in Kyrgyz capitalAugust 30, 2016 - 10:15 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - A car has exploded after ramming the gates of the Chinese embassy in the Kyrgyz capital, Bishkek, with at least one person killed, reports say, according to BBc News. Kyrgyz security officials quoted by the local AKIpress news agency described the blast as a terrorist attack. The news agency also quoted the chief of security at the Chinese embassy as saying that no staff there had been injured. Social media footage showed smoke billowing above the building. Other images showed broken glass and concrete. Local reports said that the person killed was the driver of the car. The vehicle reportedly smashed through the gates and exploded in the centre of the compound, close to the ambassador's residence. There are also reports that three people were injured. Employees from the Chinese and nearby American embassy were evacuated. Kyrgyz security officials are at the scene conducting an investigation. 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 | 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. |