Artsakh proud of courage, wisdom and dedication of Armenian womenMarch 8, 2011 - 13:03 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - President of the Republic of Artsakh Bako Sahakyan congratulated Armenian women on March 8 International Women Day. “On behalf of the republic's authorities and myself I cordially congratulate you on March 8 International Women Day. This bright and beautiful holiday is an occasion to address warm words and wishes to you – the heroic women of Artsakh who were fated to pass through numerous ordeals and hardships, be strong and firm and support the men in difficult moments,” the statement reads. It went on saying: “We are sincerely proud of you, your courage and heroic deeds, wisdom and devotion, kindness and tenderness. Though we do not tell you about it on a daily basis, be confident we always feel and rate high your painstaking mission of being considerate mother, loving wife, selfless defender of the native hearth. Once again I congratulate all of you and wish peace, robust health, happiness and great successes. Be always happy, charming and beautiful, surrounded by inexhaustible attention and care. Let God protect you and your families!” 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 | Armenia, Russia discuss life extension of Metsamor nuclear plant Issues regarding the extension of life of the 2nd power unit of the Armenian Nuclear Power Plant were discussed in Yerevan. Armenians stage more campaigns against territorial concessions to Azerbaijan Protesters blocked more roads across Armenia on Friday, April 26 in continuing attempts to scuttle territorial concessions to Azerbaijan. Czech-Armenian military cooperation discussed in Yerevan A delegation led by the Director General for the Industrial Cooperation Division of the Ministry of Defence of the Czech Republic visited Armenia. U.S. welcomes efforts to define Armenia-Azerbaijan border The United States welcomes efforts to define the border between Armenia and Azerbaijan, says Vedant Patel. |