  Protesters detained in Baku who participated in rally against Armenian Genocide anniversaryApril 25, 2007 - 20:53 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - On April 24 a group of members of the Liberal Youth Association of Azerbaijan held protest in "Sahir" Park of Baku in connection with the 92nd anniversary of the Armenian Genocide in the Ottoman Empire. The demonstration was held under the slogan "Armenian Genocide is a soap bubble". During the protest some young men blew soap bubbles. However after 15 minutes riot police dispersed the demonstration, four activists were arrested and taken to the 39th police department of Sabail district, Turan agency 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 |  Related sections Topics 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. |
