Gadhafi denies he fled Libya September 8, 2011 - 10:45 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - From hiding, Moammar Gadhafi is denying rumors that he fled Libya and vows "never to leave the land of his ancestors." In an audio message broadcast Thursday, September 8, on loyalist Al-Rai TV, a voice purportedly of Gadhafi denounces reports that he had fled to neighboring Niger and claims he is still in Libya. Gadhafi also blasts former rebels who ousted him from power as "a bunch of mercenaries, thugs and traitors" and claims "we are ready to start the fight in Tripoli and everywhere else, and rise against them." The broadcast came amid conflicting statements and speculation about Gadhafi's whereabouts. He hasn't been seen in public for months, and has released only audio messages trying to rally his supporters and lash out at his opponents, the Associated Press reported.   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 About 32,000 rally in Yerevan to deman Pashinyan’s resignation  About 31,700 people attended an opposition rally on Thursday, May 9 in Yerevan demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan.Armenian, Azerbaijani Foreign Minister to meet in Almaty Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan and his Azerbaijani counterpart Jeyhun Bayramov will meet in Almaty.Viva-MTS: Tech solutions to modernize infrastructure of border village The border village has been the focus of Viva-MTS and the Foundation for the Preservation of Wildlife and Cultural Values since 2015.Ucom's fixed network launched in Artashat To mark this occasion, the company has introduced a special offer exclusively for Artashat residents. |
