  Knesset speaker calls against questioning fact of Armenian massacres December 26, 2011 - 13:00 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Sitting of Israel's Knesset Committee for Education, Culture and Sports regarding the issue of Armenian Genocide recognition is ongoing. Knesset speaker Reuven Rivlin noted that divergence between Ankara and Yerevan should not “wipe away” historical facts. According to him, the fact of Armenian massacres should not be questioned. “Though I do not keep my views in secret, Turkey never thought to declare me as "persona non grata." Today, Dec. 26, Knesset Committee for Education, Culture and Sports is debating introduction of Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day. Though the proposal was voiced eight months ago its debate was delayed to December 26. Following the passage of the bill criminalizing Armenian Genocide denial by the French National Assembly, Ankara recalled its ambassador from France.   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 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).Russia to begin assessing migrant workers' speaking skills Rosobrnadzor is planning to change the Russian language exam for migrant workers and include an assessment of speaking skills |
