  U.S. calls for freedom of expression in Turkey November 4, 2011 - 11:53 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The United States is a strong defender of freedom of expression in Turkey and in all countries around the world, a State Department spokesperson said. “We do not want to comment at this time on specific cases before the courts,” Victoria Nuland told a daily briefing in Washington when asked to comment on the recent arrest of Turkish and Kurdish intellectuals, specifically the case of Ragip Zarakolu. “We urge that the prosecution proceed transparently, and that all defendants be assured due process and a fair hearing in a timely manner,” she said.   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 U.S. welcomes efforts to define Armenia-Azerbaijan border  The United States welcomes efforts to define the border between Armenia and Azerbaijan, says Vedant Patel.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. |
