Syrian army uncovers Islamic State weapons factory in Deir ez-Zor (video)  March 28, 2018 - 19:22 AMTPanARMENIAN.Net - The Syrian army (SAA) continued their sweeping operations in the Deir ez-Zor countryside this week, as they attempt to eradicate the last remnants of the Islamic State (IS), Al-Masdar News reports. During this week’s sweeping operation, the Syrian army uncovered a large weapons factory that was used by the Islamic State to produce mortar shells, IEDs, and other types of explosives. This weapons factory was discovered by the Syrian Arab Army in the town of Mahkan, which is located just north of the former Islamic State stronghold of Al-Mayadeen. Below is video footage of the uncovered Islamic State weapons depot in rural Deir ez-Zor:   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 |
