RA NA speaker congratulates Syria on Independence DayApril 18, 2010 - 15:18 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Speaker of the Armenian National Assembly Hovik Abrahamyan sent a congratulatory message to his Syrian counterpart Mahmoud Al Abrash on occasion of Independence Day. “On behalf of the National Assembly of the Republic of Armenia, I congratulate you and Syrian people on Independence Day. I am confident that friendly relations between Armenia and Syria will develop for the glory of our nations,” Mr. Abrahamyan said, RA NA press office reported. 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 | U.S. welcomes Armenia, Azerbaijan’s border delimitation announcement Blinken said it is an important step towards concluding a durable and dignified peace agreement. Residents Of border villages protest as Armenia, Azerbaijan agree on delimitation Residents of several Armenian communities in the northeastern Tavush province began protests late on Friday. Up to 10% cashback from GetTransfer with IDBank cards IDBank clients who make their booking on GetTransfer will receive an exclusive cashback. Cyprus parliament honors Armenian genocide victims Acting House President Zacharias Koulias noted that April 24 marks the “black anniversary” of the Armenian genocide. |