40 killed, 170 injured in Damascus twin blasts May 10, 2012 - 15:17 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - More than 40 people have been killed as two large explosions ripped through the Syrian capital Damascus, state-run TV has said, according to Belfast Telegraph. The blasts at a military intelligence building in the Qazaz neighbourhood wounded at least 170 more. The government has blamed terrorists, although no group has yet claimed responsibility The blasts, which ripped the facade off the intelligence building, happened at about 7.50am on Thursday when employees are usually arriving at work. Witnesses said medical workers were collecting human remains from the streets after the explosions and heavily damaged cars and pick-up trucks stood smouldering in the area. The outer wall of the headquarters collapsed, although the structure inside appeared intact.   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 |  Latest news Viva-MTS: Tech solutions to modernize infrastructure of border village  The border village has been the focus of Viva-MTS and the Foundation for the Preservation of Wildlife and Cultural Values since 2015.Ucom's fixed network launched in Artashat To mark this occasion, the company has introduced a special offer exclusively for Artashat residents.“By Your Side”: IDBank's new support program for displaced Artsakh citizens IDBank is launching a long-term social support program for forcibly displaced Artsakh residents.The Power of One Dram to benefit Road of Life charity The companies inform that the May beneficiary of The Power of One Dram is the “Road of Life” charitable organization. |
