French government backs new anti-terrorism measuresApril 11, 2012 - 14:20 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The French government has given its approval to new measures against terrorism following deadly shootings by an alleged Islamic extremist in southern France last month. According to The Associated Press, President Nicolas Sarkozy's Cabinet on Wednesday, April 11 authorized a bill to make it illegal to travel abroad to terrorist indoctrination and training camps, or regularly visit websites that incite or praise terrorism. Parliament will now take up the matter. Justice Minister Michel Mercier said the moves aim to prevent "lone wolf" terrorism. Alleged gunman Mohamed Merah killed three soldiers and four Jews in a killing spree in southern France last month. Critics say France's legal arsenal against terrorism is strong enough and accuse Sarkozy of playing politics ahead of the looming presidential election. Top stories Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev arrived in Moscow on April 22 to hold talks with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. 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". Partner news | Power of One Dram sums up two-year program with Teach for Armenia Idram Junior also joined the companies during the visit, bringing with it a fascinating intellectual game for children Moscow slams EU mission in Armenia for “provocative activity” The EU mission is doing more and more against Armenia’s neighbors Russia, Azerbaijan and Iran, Mikhail Galuzin said. Yerevan Mayor to travel to Paris on May 15-19 The official delegation headed by Yerevan Mayor Tigran Avinyan will travel to Paris from May 15 to 19. Armenia, India hold first defense consultations The meeting was attended by Indian Ambassador Nilakshi Saha Sinha and Defense Attaché Brigadier General Naveen Nijhawan. |