  Rally in commemoration of Pontian Greek Genocide held in MoscowMay 19, 2008 - 14:35 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The Union of Armenians of Russia joined a rally in commemoration of the genocide perpetrated against Christian population of the Ottoman Empire. The action was organized by the Greek community in the center of Moscow on May 18, the UAR press office told PanARMENIAN.Net Vice President of the Association of Greek NGOs in Russia Konstantin Atmachidi and representative of the Assyrian community, UAR Vice President Armen Mukunyan addressed the publics. Condemning the Turkish government for its policy of denial, Mukunyan said, "Genocide is a crime which has no time limitation. Not condemned, genocide open a way for new crimes against humanity. Man states throughout the globe join the demand to recognize the Armenian Genocide and other genocides against Christians in Ottoman Turkey." Following the extermination of Armenians, Young Turks slaughtered Greeks, Assyrians, Kurds and other nations during the period of 1915-1922. May 19 is marked as Remembrance Day of 350,000 victims of the Pontian Greek Genocide.   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 |  Related sections Topic Latest news Cyprus parliament honors Armenian genocide victims  Acting House President Zacharias Koulias noted that April 24 marks the “black anniversary” of the Armenian genocide.Armenia PM, France envoy discuss regional matters Issues related to the consistent development of Armenia-France cooperation were discussed.Azerbaijan razes historic Armenian church to ground Azerbaijan has demolished the historic Armenian Church of St. John the Baptist (known as Kanach Zham).Russia to begin assessing migrant workers' speaking skills Rosobrnadzor is planning to change the Russian language exam for migrant workers and include an assessment of speaking skills |
