Armenian Khachkar to be unveiled in MaltaDecember 22, 2009 - 12:51 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - In the capital city of the Republic of Malta, Valletta, on December 22, 2009, in Hastings Gardens, will take place the unveiling of the Armenian memorial, Khachkar.The Khachkar was specially made and delivered to Malta from the Republic of Armenia. The monument will be installed as a sign of friendship between the Maltese and the Armenian nations and as a tribute to Malta for its support to Armenians who found refuge on this island in tragic years of 1375 and 1915. A Khachkar will be installed in Valletta as a sign of friendship between the Maltese and the Armenian nations. 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 | Biden honors resilience of Armenian people on April 24 U.S. President Joe Biden has issued a statement on the 109th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. Ex-Karabakh leader moved to solitary confinement cell in Baku, his son says David Vardanyan is the son of former Karabakh leader Ruben Vardanyan who who is currently imprisoned in Azerbaijan. Macron says France commemorates 109th anniv. of Armenian genocide Today France commemorates the 109th anniversary of the Armenian genocide of 1915, Macron says. Freedom House concerned by mounting reports of police violence in Armenia Freedom House urged Armenian authorities to investigate this pattern of excessive force and inhumane treatment. |