  Russia surpasses 1 million Covid-19 cases September 1, 2020 - 16:17 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The total number of Covid-19 cases recorded in Russia passed the 1 million mark on Tuesday, September 1, after the country’s coronavirus crisis center reported 4,729 new infections, CNN reports. Russia’s nationwide tally now stands at 1,000,048 cases. The crisis center also recorded 123 virus-related fatalities in the past 24 hours, bringing the country’s death toll to 17,299. Russia joins the United States, Brazil and India as the only four countries to report total coronavirus cases in seven figures, according to Johns Hopkins University data. Photo. TASS   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 |  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).Armenian, Saudi Foreign Minister meet in Riyadh The two commended the positive dynamics of the development of political dialogue between Armenia and Saudi Arabia |
