  Turkish PM offers condolences over death of Uzbek leader who’s alive September 2, 2016 - 15:34 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Turkish Prime Minister Binali Yildirim on Friday, September 2 expressed condolences over the death of Uzbek President Islam Karimov who is officially alive, media reports said. "Uzbek President Islam Karimov has passed away," Yildirim said. "May God's mercy be upon him, as the Turkish Republic we are sharing the pain and sorrow of Uzbek people." The Uzbek government said earlier on Friday the health of Karimov, who has been in hospital since last Saturday, had sharply deteriorated.  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 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. |
