The Presbyterian Church of Scotland calls on UK to recognize Armenian GenocideMay 24, 2008 - 18:48 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - A major step forward toward recognition of the Armenian Genocide by the UK was taken this week when the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church of Scotland passed a motion calling on the UK on the government to recognize the Genocide. The Church followed the example of the Presbyterian Church of Wales which called on the UK government to recognize the Genocide in 2006, independent French journalist told PanARMENIAN.Net This is the result of an intense work by lobbyists Ara Krikorian and Eilian Williams were instrumental in persuading the Church to like to this decision. PM Gordon Brown, who belongs to the Presbyterian Church will attempt to resist this pronouncement by his Church, said Armenia Solidarity, British Armenian All Party Parliamentary Group, Nor Serount Armenian Genocide Trust. 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 | Pasadena to host Armenian Genocide commemoration event The Pasadena Armenian Coalition will host its community-wide Armenian Genocide Commemorative Event. Armenia: Opposition activist transferred to Investigative Committee Activist Samvel Vardanyan has been accused of insulting the lawmaker Hakob Aslanyan from the ruling Civil Contract party. Former Pashinyan envoy urges end to Genocide speculation Marukyan has urged authorities in Armenia stop discussions about verifying the names of 1.5 million victims. Azerbaijan, Jordan sign deal on defense cooperation Azerbaijan and Jordan have signed an agreement on cooperation in the field of defense, according to an official statement. |