  Armenian Genocide recognition issue not included in EU report on TurkeySeptember 4, 2007 - 17:44 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - "The Armenian Genocide issue is not reflected in the European Union report on Turkey's progress," European Armenian Federation chairperson Hilda Tchoboian said."The report specifically mentions the blockade of Cyprus by Turkey. The European Armenian Federation will continue to work towards including the Armenian issue norms in the report." She said the organization members have planned meetings with European Parliament members, and with Dutch Christian Democrat Oimen Guiten Gia, the author of the report. The report is due in October, Yerkir reports.   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 |  Related sections 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. |
