Larisa Skorik: Ukraine should recognize Armenian GenocideAugust 27, 2010 - 13:57 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The Armenian Genocide, the first genocide of the 20th century, ‘inspired’ Hitler to perpetrate the Holocaust, stated Larisa Skorik, professor of the Ukrainian National Academy of Sciences, secretary of the humanitarian council at the Ukrainian President. “Unfortunately, public awareness of the Armenian Genocide is rather low in Ukraine. Our country should recognize this crime against humanity. Recognition will not damage our relations with Turkey and Azerbaijan,” she said, Analitika.at.ua reported. Related links: 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 | Mirzoyan says meeting with Bayramov was “constructive” At the moment, Ararat Mirzoyan said, there is no basis for additional comments. OSCE vows support for Armenia “in all three directions of security” Achieving stable peace between Armenia and Azerbaijan remains a priority of the OSCE, said Ian Borg. 151 detained as civil disobedience campaigns continue in Yerevan Citizens have been blocking streets in the Armenian capital, demanding Nikol Pashinyan’s resignation. France welcomes Armenia-Azerbaijan meeting in Almaty France has welcomed the new round of negotiations between the foreign ministers of Armenia and Azerbaijan. |