WikiLeaks suspect Bradley Manning jailed for 35 yearsAugust 21, 2013 - 18:47 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Bradley Manning has been jailed for 35 years, Digital Spy said. The US soldier was last month found guilty of several charges, including espionage, but was cleared of the more serious crime of "aiding the enemy". The sentence was handed down today (August 21) by Colonel Denise Lind, who had presided over the eight-week court martial in Fort Meade, Maryland. Prosecutors had argued that Manning should serve a minimum of 60 years, though the defence had called for a maximum of 25 years. Manning must serve a third of his sentence before he is eligible for parole. He has already served three-and-a-half years awaiting trial. He has also been dishonourably discharged from the army and must forfeit some of his pay. 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. |