  Israeli President main opponent to Armenian Genocide recognition May 23, 2011 - 09:57 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The most reliable partner for Yisrael Beiteinu (Israel Our Home) party in preventing adoption of any Armenian Genocide resolution by the Knesset is Israel’s President Shimon Peres, who back in 2001 stated in a capacity of Foreign Minister that “it’s senseless to assert that Armenian like Jews were subjected to Genocide. Identification in this issue is unacceptable.” Eight years later he became the first President of Israel to pay a state visit to Azerbaijan. Meanwhile, members of Meretz and Likud parties act as a counterbalance to this stance, pressing for recognition of the Armenian Genocide by Knesset. Some believe that Likud representatives are pushing the issue to spite Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman, who shows no intention to cede positions.   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 Cyprus parliament honors Armenian genocide victims  Acting House President Zacharias Koulias noted that April 24 marks the “black anniversary” of the Armenian genocide.Armenia PM, France envoy discuss regional matters Issues related to the consistent development of Armenia-France cooperation were discussed.Azerbaijan razes historic Armenian church to ground Azerbaijan has demolished the historic Armenian Church of St. John the Baptist (known as Kanach Zham).Russia to begin assessing migrant workers' speaking skills Rosobrnadzor is planning to change the Russian language exam for migrant workers and include an assessment of speaking skills |
