Armenian Genocide recognition can help stop domino effect of human rights violationsApril 19, 2011 - 13:30 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - On the heels of the 96th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide, more than 1,000 members of the Armenian Diaspora gathered at St. Mary's Apostolic Church to commemorate their community's historic struggles, and celebrate their cultural successes. The event, titled “One Voice, One Cause,” was organized by the Armenian Youth Federation and featured musician Harout Pamboujkian. “Although there was a genocide, we're still here, we're surviving, and we're still embracing our culture,” said Shoghak Kazandjian, who helped plan the event. With posters touting the “Cycle of Genocide” that highlighted the Bosnian, Rwandan and Sudanese genocides, the Armenian Youth Federation has also made it a priority to put their cause in the context of human rights, contending that the recognition of the Armenian Genocide can help stop the domino effect of other human rights violations, Glendale News-Press reported. 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 | Ucom's fixed network launched in Artashat To mark this occasion, the company has introduced a special offer exclusively for Artashat residents. “By Your Side”: IDBank's new support program for displaced Artsakh citizens IDBank is launching a long-term social support program for forcibly displaced Artsakh residents. The Power of One Dram to benefit Road of Life charity The companies inform that the May beneficiary of The Power of One Dram is the “Road of Life” charitable organization. Ucom General Director gives lecture at French University in Armenia The General Director of Ucom Ralph Yirikian delivered a lecture at the French University of Armenia. |