  Nancy Pelosi pledges to continue efforts for Armenian Genocide recognitionApril 24, 2008 - 23:02 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - An event dedicated to 93rd anniversary of the Armenian Genocide was held in the U.S. Congress. Addressing the attendees, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi stressed the necessity of recognition of the Armenian Genocide."I am often asked why the issue of the Armenian Genocide should be raised and I always reply that neglect of history leads to its repetition," Ms. Pelosi said reminding about the genocides in Rwanda and Darfur. The Speaker pledged to continue efforts for Armenian Genocide recognition and called on others to follow her example.   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. |
