  Astravel Russian Company yields to Azeri Embassy threats, canceling tour to Artsakh  November 18, 2010 - 20:55 AMTPanARMENIAN.Net - Astravel Russian Company cancelled tours to Karabakh. Initially, Golden Ring of Armenia Astravel-organised 14-day tour included a 3-day trip to Artsakh. Earlier, Azeri Embassy addressed travel agency president Valery Loshshitsu, claiming that organization of tours to occupied Azeri territories is “illegal”, according to Trend news agency. As a result of “Embassy-conducted work”, company president announced cancellation of tours.   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 |  Latest news Cyprus parliament honors Armenian genocide victims  Acting House President Zacharias Koulias noted that April 24 marks the “black anniversary” of the Armenian genocide.Armenia PM, France envoy discuss regional matters Issues related to the consistent development of Armenia-France cooperation were discussed.Azerbaijan razes historic Armenian church to ground Azerbaijan has demolished the historic Armenian Church of St. John the Baptist (known as Kanach Zham).Russia to begin assessing migrant workers' speaking skills Rosobrnadzor is planning to change the Russian language exam for migrant workers and include an assessment of speaking skills |
