Armenian Federation of Spain calls on authorities to recognize Armenian GenocideApril 9, 2007 - 15:17 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Various Armenian associations in Spain large of approximately 50 000 people, constituted in a federation to unify the criteria of intervention in the Spanish society. Independent French journalist Jean Eckian told PanARMENIAN.Net among the principal objectives of the new entity, it is envisioned to create a work group taking in consideration the defense of its rights. In addition, the federation will present on April 22 in Madrid, two documents to the Spanish authorities, the first of which exhorts Prime Minister Zappatero's government to recognize the Armenian Genocide, and the second, the organization on April 24 of commemorations in memory of the victims of Genocide in the cities where the Armenian community is present. Top stories Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev arrived in Moscow on April 22 to hold talks with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. 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". Partner news | Power of One Dram sums up two-year program with Teach for Armenia Idram Junior also joined the companies during the visit, bringing with it a fascinating intellectual game for children Moscow slams EU mission in Armenia for “provocative activity” The EU mission is doing more and more against Armenia’s neighbors Russia, Azerbaijan and Iran, Mikhail Galuzin said. Yerevan Mayor to travel to Paris on May 15-19 The official delegation headed by Yerevan Mayor Tigran Avinyan will travel to Paris from May 15 to 19. Armenia, India hold first defense consultations The meeting was attended by Indian Ambassador Nilakshi Saha Sinha and Defense Attaché Brigadier General Naveen Nijhawan. |