  Armenia foils Azerbaijani army offensive in Gegharkunik July 28, 2021 - 10:25 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The Armenian army thwarted Azerbaijani forces back to their positions on Wednesday, July 28 morning, after the Azeris launched an attack in Gegharkunik province earlier in the day, the Defense Ministry reports. At least three Armenian soldiers were killed and two others were wounded for the defense of the motherland, with the Azerbaijani side suffering losses too. Gun battle between the armed units continue in Gegharkunik, whereas in other parts of the border the situation is relatively calm.   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 |  Related sections Latest news European Parliament to discuss repression in Azerbaijan  The European Parliament will discuss repression of civil society in Azerbaijan on April 24PACE wants concessions from Azerbaijan to accept Baku back A PACE co-rapporteur said that Azerbaijani authorities must make certain concessions so that the country can return to PACE.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. |
