  Trump notes "strong" decline in coronavirus cases in U.S. May 18, 2020 - 14:22 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - U.S. President Donald Trump has noted a significant decrease in the number of new coronavirus cases across the country in recent days. "The number of Coronavirus cases is strongly trending downward throughout the United States, with few exceptions. Very good news, indeed!" Trump said on Twitter. As of May 18, more than 1,480,000 cases of Covid-19 have been confirmed in the United States. The number of fatalities stands at 89,564, while around 90,000 patients have recovered. The United States leads the world in the number of reported Covid-19 deaths and confirmed cases. There are more than 4.7 million COVID-19 cases worldwide and over 315,000 deaths, according to Johns Hopkins data.   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. |
