  Artsakh marks 23rd anniversary of national liberation struggle February 20, 2011 - 14:44 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - On February 20, 1988, the extraordinary session of Nagorno Karabakh Autonomous Oblast (NKAO) People's Deputies resolved “to petition the Supreme Councils of the Azerbaijani SSR and Armenian SSR on transfer of the NKAO to Armenian SSR.” A week later the Azerbaijani authorities launched pogroms of the Armenian population in Sumgait, killing 32 and injuring hundreds of people according to official data. On September 2, 1990, Nagorno Karabakh proclaimed independence. The national liberation movement resulted in formation of independent Republic of Artsakh.   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 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. |
