UN Secretary-General condemns terrorist bombing in DamascusJanuary 7, 2012 - 13:30 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon condemned the terrorist bombing which left many dead and injured in the Syrian capital of Damascus. Ban Ki-moon extended his sympathy and condolences to the bereaved families of the victims as well as to the Government and people of Syria. “The Secretary-General remains gravely concerned at the deteriorating situation in Syria, where thousands have lost their lives since March and people continue to be killed on a daily basis. He reiterates that all violence is unacceptable and must stop,” UN official website said. A suicide bomber killed about 25 people and wounded 50 in Damascus on Friday, Jan 6, bringing bloodshed to the heart of the Syrian capital for the second time in two weeks. 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 | 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. |