Islamic State killed 12 captives in Palmyra, monitor saysJanuary 19, 2017 - 17:36 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Syrian activists say the Islamic State group has killed 12 people it held captive in the ancient city of Palmyra by shooting and beheading them, The Associated Press reports. The Britain-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights says four of the victims, teachers and government employees, were beheaded. The Observatory and the activist Palmyra Monitor network say four opposition fighter and four pro-government troops were first shot, then beheaded. The activists say the killings took place on Wednesday, January 18. Some of the killings were carried out in the 2nd century Roman amphitheater, while others were said to have taken place in the courtyard of the Palmyra museum or in a former Russian base in Palmyra. IS militants recaptured Palmyra in December, nine months after they were expelled from the city in a Russian-backed Syrian government offensive. 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 | Armenian, Saudi Foreign Minister meet in Riyadh The two commended the positive dynamics of the development of political dialogue between Armenia and Saudi Arabia Pashinyan: Azerbaijan’s proximity shouldn’t worry border residents At the same time, he said that he “does not guarantee [the security of villagers] one hundred percent”. U.S. doesn’t see Russia as contributing to peace in Caucasus Patel made the remarks when asked about the implications of Russia’s withdrawal of peacekeepers from Karabakh. Up to 1% cashback when shopping on Wildberries with IDBank cards IDBank is launching an exclusive campaign on Wildberries for online shopping enthusiasts. |