Palestinian protesters demand PM resignation over taxesFebruary 4, 2012 - 17:45 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Hundreds of Palestinian protesters have called for their prime minister's resignation over recent tax and price increases. Saturday, February 4 protest marked the first time a sizable crowd demanded that Salam Fayyad step down, although several smaller protests have been staged in recent weeks. Fayyad had enjoyed considerable popularity for restoring a sense of personal safety and overseeing a modest economic recovery in recent years. His income tax hike mainly targets top earners and large companies and is meant to decrease the Palestinians' dependence on foreign aid. But critics say the increases will set off broader price hikes. Many Palestinians paid only nominal or no taxes during many years of economic downturn as a result of the conflict with Israel. 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 | Titus, Bilirakis lead legislation to sanction Azerbaijani war criminals Representatives Dina Titus (D-NV) and Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) have introduced the bipartisan legislation. Armenia: Defense Ministry warns against involving army in political processes The Ministry’s statement came after a video surfaced online, showing soldiers joining the protests in Tavush. 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. |