  30 arrested over suspicion in inciting unrestMarch 4, 2008 - 15:50 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - 30 people were arrested over suspicion in inciting disorders in Yerevan on March 1. Some of them were tried earlier, even more than once, RA prosecutor general's spokesperson Sona Truzyan said. "The special investigation group is taking all essential measures to detect all organizers and participators in recent confusion," he said. On March 1 morning the Armenian police dispersed a rally of Ter-Petrosyan's supporters in Liberty Square. The protest action was continued at the French Embassy and ended in disorders, clashes with police and looting. In the evening President Kocharian declared 20-day state of emergency.   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 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 |
