April 24 proclaimed Armenian Genocide Remembrance DayMay 5, 2008 - 15:37 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Colorado Governor Bill Ritter, Jr. signed a proclamation designating April 24 as Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day. The proclamation states in part, "the State of Colorado joins the Armenian-American community in its annual observance of the Armenian Genocide of 1915-1923, to raise awareness of this unconscionable tragedy so that we may better understand the importance of eliminating hatred in our own communities."Similarly, the Colorado General Assembly adopted a resolution, again designating April 24 as "Colorado Day of Remembrance of the Armenian Genocide." Colorado State, reports the Armenian Assembly of America. 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 | 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 |