Zeev Elkin: Turkey position proved inevitability of Armenian Genocide recognition by IsraelJanuary 26, 2009 - 16:45 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Turkey's attitude to Cast Lead operation caused disappointment in Israel, a Likud party member said."Ankara's position has proved inevitability of the Armenian Genocide recognition. As to a Knesset resolution, the new parliament will start work on February 24 and Likud party stands a good chance to head it," Zeev Elkin told PanARMENIAN.Net "I was right to insist on recognition of the Armenian Genocide. We did not do it, and instead of support, we received harsh criticism from Turkey," Mr. Elkin said. Turkey has condemned the Cast Lead operation Israel launched in Gaza. Turkish PM Recep Tayyip Erdogan even called to ban Israel from the UN, thus inciting a wave of anti-Semitism in Turkey. 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 | Pasadena to host Armenian Genocide commemoration event The Pasadena Armenian Coalition will host its community-wide Armenian Genocide Commemorative Event. Armenia: Opposition activist transferred to Investigative Committee Activist Samvel Vardanyan has been accused of insulting the lawmaker Hakob Aslanyan from the ruling Civil Contract party. Former Pashinyan envoy urges end to Genocide speculation Marukyan has urged authorities in Armenia stop discussions about verifying the names of 1.5 million victims. Azerbaijan, Jordan sign deal on defense cooperation Azerbaijan and Jordan have signed an agreement on cooperation in the field of defense, according to an official statement. |