Frantisek Miklosko: the future of Europe is determined in ArtsakhMay 23, 2010 - 17:01 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - On May 22, President of the Artsakh Republic Bako Sahakyan received Frantisek Miklosko, member and former speaker of the Slovak parliament, and Ashot Grigoryan, head of the Armenian community of Slovakia who arrived in Artsakh as observers to the coming parliamentary elections. Mr. Sahakyan rated high impartial stance of Slovakia towards this crucial event, as “the presence of such an experienced political figure at the elections is the best manifestation of it.” Frantisek Miklosko noted for his part that “the future of Europe is determined in Artsakh.” The participants also focused on ways to settle the conflict between Karabakh and Azerbaijan, reported the Central Information Department of the Office of the Artsakh Republic President. 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 | Biden honors resilience of Armenian people on April 24 U.S. President Joe Biden has issued a statement on the 109th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. Ex-Karabakh leader moved to solitary confinement cell in Baku, his son says David Vardanyan is the son of former Karabakh leader Ruben Vardanyan who who is currently imprisoned in Azerbaijan. 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. |