Armenian Genocide recognition process intensified in IsraelNovember 16, 2009 - 11:10 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - A large number of political observers suppose that tensions between Israel and Turkey can lead to recognition of the Armenian Genocide by Tel Aviv."The issue has acquired quite a different coloring lately. I formed and headed Israel-Armenia parliamentary friendship group in 1999. Knesset members Yuri Stern and Zeev Elkin have also done much to advance the process," Alexander Tsinker, director of East European States & CIS. Institute, member of the Knesset in 1999-2003, told PanARMENIAN.Net "Unfortunately, the RA leadership disregards the Armenian community in Israel. Meanwhile, positive results can be achieved through formation of correct public opinion. As an optimist, I am hopeful that I will see Israel pass a law on recognition of the Armenian Genocide one day," he said. 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 | Czech-Armenian military cooperation discussed in Yerevan A delegation led by the Director General for the Industrial Cooperation Division of the Ministry of Defence of the Czech Republic visited Armenia. U.S. welcomes efforts to define Armenia-Azerbaijan border The United States welcomes efforts to define the border between Armenia and Azerbaijan, says Vedant Patel. Biden honors resilience of Armenian people on April 24 U.S. President Joe Biden has issued a statement on the 109th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. Ex-Karabakh leader moved to solitary confinement cell in Baku, his son says David Vardanyan is the son of former Karabakh leader Ruben Vardanyan who who is currently imprisoned in Azerbaijan. |