EU sources name Syrian ministers to be sanctionedFebruary 24, 2012 - 17:56 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - European diplomatic sources on Friday, February 24 named the seven Syrian ministers who are the target of new sanctions that the European Union plans to impose against the Syrian government over its deadly crackdown on dissent, M&C reported citing DPA. Travel bans and asset freezes will be imposed on the ministers of health, education, presidential affairs, communications and technology, oil and mineral resources, industry, and transport. EU foreign ministers are expected on Monday to approve sanctions that also target the central bank, cargo flights and trade in gold, diamonds and precious metals.   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 Titus, Bilirakis lead legislation to sanction Azerbaijani war criminals  Representatives Dina Titus (D-NV) and Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) have introduced the bipartisan legislation.Armenia: Defense Ministry warns against involving army in political processes The Ministry’s statement came after a video surfaced online, showing soldiers joining the protests in Tavush.Scholz hopes Armenia-Azerbaijan peace treaty will be signed this year German Chancellor Olaf Scholz hopes that a peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan will be signed this year.Ucom equips four bus stops in Ijevan with free Wi-Fi Ucom now provides free Wi-Fi coverage in smart bus stops in four communities of Ijevan. |
