Memorial plaque unveiled in Paris in honor of French Resistance hero Misak ManushyanFebruary 23, 2009 - 20:39 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - On Feb 22, a memorial plaque was unveiled in Paris 14th district in honor of outstanding public figures of France: Misak and Melina Manushyan, who had lived there before Misak Manushyan's arrest. The ceremony was attended by renowned singer Charles Aznavour, Paris Vice Major Catherine Vieu-Charier, two of Manushyan's comrades-in arms - Anri Karayan and Arsen Chakaryan as well as representatives of French Ministry of Defense, Paris Municipal Government members and leaders of Armenian-French organizations. A traditional ceremony in memory of Manushyan's group was held in Vaulx-en-Velin on the same day. 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 | 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. Armenia, Russia discuss life extension of Metsamor nuclear plant Issues regarding the extension of life of the 2nd power unit of the Armenian Nuclear Power Plant were discussed in Yerevan. |