  Surb Vordvots Vorotman church reconstructed into cultural center in Istanbul May 21, 2011 - 10:37 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Surb Vordvots Vorotman church is being reconstructed into a cultural center in Istanbul. “Transformation of the church into a cultural center is a peace project within Istanbul 2010 cultural program,” project manager Kevork Ozkaragez said, quoted by Agos newspaper. “The reconstruction works started six months ago and the opening is expected on June 15,” he said. Turkey has recently launched a number of projects to reconstruct Christian churches and make them a target for tourists. The restored churches under the jurisdiction of Ministry of Culture and Tourism function as museums. Divine services are not allowed in them.   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. |
