Official: UN report on Gaza flotilla bloodshed backs IsraelSeptember 2, 2011 - 14:15 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - An Israeli official says a long-awaited UN report on bloodshed aboard a Gaza-bound protest flotilla last year shows Israel's actions did not violate international law, AP reported. The official spoke on condition of anonymity because the report has not been released. Publication is expected later Friday, September 2. He said Israel hopes Turkey and Israel can now "return to the cooperation that was a cornerstone of regional stability." Turkey's Foreign Minister said Thursday, if Israel did not apologize for the deaths of nine Turkish activists aboard the flotilla on May 31 last year, his country would downgrade ties with Israel. Israel says it will not apologize.   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 Titus, Bilirakis lead legislation to sanction Azerbaijani war criminals  Representatives Dina Titus (D-NV) and Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) have introduced the bipartisan legislation.Armenia: Defense Ministry warns against involving army in political processes The Ministry’s statement came after a video surfaced online, showing soldiers joining the protests in Tavush.Scholz hopes Armenia-Azerbaijan peace treaty will be signed this year German Chancellor Olaf Scholz hopes that a peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan will be signed this year.Ucom equips four bus stops in Ijevan with free Wi-Fi Ucom now provides free Wi-Fi coverage in smart bus stops in four communities of Ijevan. |
