Islamic State forces Raqqa’s Armenian kids study ShariaFebruary 10, 2016 - 12:58 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The Islamic State group, also known by the name Daesh, has imposed severe conditions on the Armenians and their families living in the Syrian city of Raqqa, Arevelk reports. A source in Aleppo, who has been able to maintain communication with Raqqa-based Armenians via WhatsApp, told Arevelk that the militants make Armenian children gather in special centers for studying Islamic Sharia. According to the source, the terrorists have created an atmosphere of fear in the city, banning any movement in the region. Around 20 Armenians currently live in the Islamic State stronghold of Raqqa, with the majority of the population having fled earlier. Top stories Six total incidents have burned 19 old-growth trees. Friday night 8 trees were torched along the beautiful main entrance. The EU does not intend to conduct military exercises with Armenia, Lead Spokesperson for EU Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Peter Stano says. Hikmet Hajiyev has said that there is no place for USAID operation in Azerbaijan any longer. A telephone conversation between Putin and Pashinyan before the CSTO summit is not planned, Peskov says. Partner news | Azerbaijan must respect human rights, Scholz tells Aliyev German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has called for greater respect for human rights in Azerbaijan. 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. 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. |