Arnold Shwarzenegger congratulates celebrants of Armenian Independence DaySeptember 15, 2010 - 17:39 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger issued on September 14 a message on the occasion of the 19th Anniversary of Armenian Independence, Asbarez reported. “Greetings to the celebrants of Armenian Independence Day! California is home to a wonderful meshing of customs and cultures and now we acknowledge our Armenian-American residents for their contributions to our Golden State. You enhance our communities and enrich California's diversity. We are honored to join you in commemorating this special occasion. On behalf of all Californians, we wish you a memorable observance and every future success,” the message reads. 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 | Kazakhstan welcomes Yerevan, Baku’s agreement to meet in Almaty Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has welcomed the agreement of Baku and Yerevan to hold negotiations in Almaty. Armenia offers to temporarily host, preserve Gaza manuscripts The Armenian Foreign Minister has said Yerevan is ready to help preserve manuscripts from the conflict zone in Gaza. Aliyev says no need for mediators in Armenia-Azerbaijan process Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev believes that Baku and Yerevan do not mediators in the process of normalizing relations. Aram I supports Karekin II’s “patriotic position” Catholicos of the Great House of Cilicia Aram I has expressed support for the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin. |