  Georgian authorities bring new charges against Vahagn ChakhalyanMarch 13, 2010 - 12:10 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Georgian authorities brought new charges against Javakhk activist Vahagn Chakhalyan. The prosecution uses Chakhalyan's “Prison and political notes” book as a ground for a new criminal case. The Akhalkalaki police allegedly found proofs allowing to bring new accusations against Mr. Chakhalyan, who has already been sentenced to 10 years' imprisonment. Yerkir Union strongly condemns the new wave political repressions against Vahagn Chakhalyan. “These accusations appear as an attempt to intimidate Javakheti Armenians before the elections to local self-government due on May 30, 2010,” the Union said.   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 |  Topic Latest news “By Your Side”: IDBank's new support program for displaced Artsakh citizens  IDBank is launching a long-term social support program for forcibly displaced Artsakh residents.The Power of One Dram to benefit Road of Life charity The companies inform that the May beneficiary of The Power of One Dram is the “Road of Life” charitable organization.Ucom General Director gives lecture at French University in Armenia The General Director of Ucom Ralph Yirikian delivered a lecture at the French University of Armenia.Kazakhstan welcomes Yerevan, Baku’s agreement to meet in Almaty Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has welcomed the agreement of Baku and Yerevan to hold negotiations in Almaty. |
