  Teenagers stand trial for PKK support in TurkeyNovember 15, 2008 - 13:36 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Six Kurdish teenagers from Diyarbakir town, Turkey, can stand trial for allegedly supporting the outlawed Kurdish Workers' Party (PKK). If found guilty, they can face up to 20 years in prison."The group of teenagers was detained during a rally with participation of Prime Minister Erdogan. They burnt a Turkish flag, set cars to fire and threw Molotov cocktails at the guards. In August, 5 Kurdish teenagers were detained for organization of an action in support of PKK leader Abdullah Ocalan, who is serving a life sentence, RFE/RL 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 U.S. welcomes Armenia, Azerbaijan’s border delimitation announcement  Blinken said it is an important step towards concluding a durable and dignified peace agreement.Residents Of border villages protest as Armenia, Azerbaijan agree on delimitation Residents of several Armenian communities in the northeastern Tavush province began protests late on Friday.Up to 10% cashback from GetTransfer with IDBank cards IDBank clients who make their booking on GetTransfer will receive an exclusive cashback.Cyprus parliament honors Armenian genocide victims Acting House President Zacharias Koulias noted that April 24 marks the “black anniversary” of the Armenian genocide. |
