  Sarkozy says he will fight against Armenian Genocide denial in France May 2, 2011 - 10:05 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Representatives of the Coordination Council of Armenian Organizations in France (CCAF) met with French President Nicolas Sarkozy to focus on the bill criminalizing the denial Armenian Genocide to be debated in the Senate on May 4, freelance journalist Jean Eckian told PanARMENIAN.Net Earlier, the French government refused support to the bill introduced by Socialists, what aroused indignation of the Armenian community. Despite the support of the Socialist and Communist majority as well as some UMP members, the government can block the bill. Meanwhile, President Sarkozy assured the CCAF that the government doesn’t exert pressure on Senate and he will fight against denial of the Armenian Genocide in France.   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 |  Topic Latest news 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.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. |
