  British analyst calls on Turkey to recognize Armenian Genocide November 21, 2011 - 16:20 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Turkey must recognize the Armenian Genocide, distinguished British analyst Robert Fisk said, Etha reports. Fisk made a report on the Armenian Genocide, assassination of Agos editor-in-chief Hrant Dink, and problems related to human rights situation in Turkey. Robert Fisk noted that Turkish media are state-controlled stressing the necessity to remove article 301 from Turkish Penal Code, which stipulates penalties for “insulting the Turkish nation.” Under the aforesaid article proceedings have been launched against famous Turkish journalists and academics, including Turkish-Armenian journalist Hrant Dink.   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 |  Topic Latest news 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.Armenia, Russia discuss life extension of Metsamor nuclear plant Issues regarding the extension of life of the 2nd power unit of the Armenian Nuclear Power Plant were discussed in Yerevan.Armenians stage more campaigns against territorial concessions to Azerbaijan Protesters blocked more roads across Armenia on Friday, April 26 in continuing attempts to scuttle territorial concessions to Azerbaijan. |
