  Turkey demolishes orthodox monuments in CyprusApril 23, 2008 - 15:55 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The Cypriot Orthodox Church decided to bring a legal action to the European Court of Human Rights against Turkey over demolition of historical and cultural heritage in Northern Cyprus, occupied by Turks. "The decision is final. Lawyers of the Church are ready to institute the case. Presently, we register the Church property in the land cadastre," said Chryzostom II, the Archbishop of Patriarchia.ru reports. Some 550 churches have been desecrated since Turkish invasion in 1974. Some 15-20 thousand of icons have been stolen and presumably sold. Many churches have been transformed into mosques, barracks, morgues or storehouses.   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 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 |
