  Turkish FM urges for “opening” Armenia’s open archives December 24, 2011 - 15:42 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Yerevan must open its historical archives for the study of 1915 events, Turkish Foreign Minister said. “We’ve repeatedly expressed readiness to study the events of 1915, expecting Armenia to open its historical archives as well,” Ahmet Davutoglu said. As opposed to Ankara, which keeps its archives closed to both foreigners and Turkish citizens, Armenia’s archives are open for those interested to study them. On the sidelines of Armenian-Turkish rapprochement, formation of a joint historical committee was planned to study 1915 events in Ottoman Empire. Armenia, however, disagreed, stressing the historical fact of Genocide is unquestionable.   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 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.CSTO recognizes Armenia’s sovereign right to withdraw Tasmagambetov has said that if Armenia decides to leave the organization, “it will be the sovereign right of Armenia.”Ex-President: Only removal of “defeatist” rulers can save Armenia Former Armenian President Serzh Sargsyan has shared a message on the 109th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. |
