Robert Kocharian Receives Orthodox People's Unity International Foundation AwardJanuary 22, 2007 - 17:00 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - January 21 a solemn awarding ceremony of the Orthodox People's Unity International Foundation for "Outstanding activities for consolidation of unity of orthodox nations" took place in Moscow, reports the Moscow Patriarchy press office. The awarding ceremony was lead by Patriarch of Moscow and All Russia Alexi II. This year the awards were handed to-Armenian President Robert Kocharian for the contribution to the development of the church-state relations; -UN 6th Secretary General Butros-Butros-Gali for prominent personal contribution to the promotion of Christian spiritual values; -Gazprom Russian company for assistance in renaissance of the Russian Orthodox Church and other churches throughout the globe. The Armenian President is awarded as a consistent and active adherent to extension of Christian influence within the modern society. 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 | Narek Manasyan wins European Boxing Championships silver for Armenia Armenia’s Narek Manasyan (92kg) won Armenia’s second silver medal at the European Boxing Championships 2024 on April 28. Blinken urges Azerbaijan to continue negotiations with Armenia Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken has urged Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev to continue negotiations with Armenia. Pashinyan, Blinken talk Armenia-U.S. ties over the phone Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan had a phone conversation with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on April 28, Pashinyan’s office reports. Titus, Bilirakis lead legislation to sanction Azerbaijani war criminals Representatives Dina Titus (D-NV) and Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) have introduced the bipartisan legislation. |