  German Ambassador to Turkey concerned about arrest and conviction of Arat DinkNovember 12, 2007 - 19:15 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - German Ambassador to Turkey Eckart Kuntz voiced concern over arrest and conviction of Arat Dink and Sarkis Seropian, who were accused of "insulting Turkishness" for republishing slain Hrant Dink's interview. "The verdict of the Turkish court is not in line with democratic principles. I must voice my full support to moves for the Armenian-Turkish reconciliation," the diplomat said. Earlier, at a reception Ambassador Kuntz said, "Hrant Dink was a symbol of freedom of speech. I was shocked by his murder. Isn't it a serious reason for cancellation of article 301 and Armenian-Turkish reconciliation?" he said, Yerkir reports.   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 |  Related sections Latest news Ameriabank's Trade Finance portfolio enriched with four prestigious awards from EBRD and IFC  Ameriabank received the awards from international financial institutions in recognition of its trade finance operations.Armenian Economy Minister to make trip to UAE May 20-22 A delegation led by Minister of Economy Gevorg Papoyan will travel to the UAE capital of Abu Dhabi on May 20-22Armenia Security Council chief traveling to Qatar Secretary of the Security Council of Armenia Armen Grigoryan will travel on a working visit to Qatar.Pillars installed in Armenian border village of Kirants In the Armenian village of Kirants, three border markers have been installed, and border guards stand next to them. |
