  Armenian leader sends condolences to Mozambique, Zimbabwe March 20, 2019 - 14:24 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Armenian President Armen Sarkissian sent letters of condolences to the Presidents of Mozambique and Zimbabwe Filipe Nyusi and Emmerson Mnangagwa on Wednesday, March 20 over Cyclone Idai that has triggered a disaster in southern Africa. The cyclone has affected hundreds of thousands if not millions of people, the UN has said. People in cyclone-hit countries are clinging desperately to rooftops in areas virtually submerged by flood water, awaiting aid and rescue. In the cables he sent out, the Armenian President expressed deep condolences and wished strength and courage to the families of those affected by the disaster.   Top stories The number of state universities will be reduced from 23 to 8 by 2030, Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sport Zhanna Andreasyan has said. From September 21 to November 11, a total of 2,820 Russians registered at a place of residence in Armenia, the police has said. The situation on the contact line between Karabakh and Azerbaijan was relatively stable overnight, the Defense Army says. Defense Minister Suren Papikyan has visited the southern Armenian province of Syunik, the Defense Ministry reported on March 18.   Partner news |  Latest news Pashinyan: Azerbaijan’s proximity shouldn’t worry border residents  At the same time, he said that he “does not guarantee [the security of villagers] one hundred percent”.Up to 1% cashback when shopping on Wildberries with IDBank cards IDBank is launching an exclusive campaign on Wildberries for online shopping enthusiasts.Pasadena to host Armenian Genocide commemoration event The Pasadena Armenian Coalition will host its community-wide Armenian Genocide Commemorative Event.Russia confirms start of withdrawal of peacekeepers from Karabakh The Kremlin has confirmed reports about the start of the withdrawal of Russian peacekeeping forces in Karabakh. |
