  French MPs opposing Genocide bill do not deny this historical fact December 22, 2011 - 15:30 AMTPanARMENIAN.Net - French National Assembly members Francois Bayrou and Jean Bardet spoke against adopting the bill criminalizing denial of the Armenian Genocide in France. “I agree that there had been the Armenian Genocide, we officially acknowledged it, but this bill will entail punishment of people having different opinion,” Francois Bayrou said. Jean Bardet, in turn, stated that the issue of Armenian Genocide belongs to domain of history and should not be discussed by the legislative.   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 |  Topics 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. |
