  Is original cross of Holy Cross Church in Akhtamar island in Armenia?  January 7, 2011 - 14:51 AMTPanARMENIAN.Net - Ex-chairman of the Turkish Historical Society Yusuf Halacoglu said that according to German sources, the original cross of Holy Cross Church in Akhtamar island has been taken to Armenia. “Turkey should demand the original cross from Armenia,” he said. Hurriyet daily quoted Halacoglu as saying that in 1907 a French couple visited the church and accepted the cross as a gift from the priests. Currently, a cross made through financial assistance of the Armenian community of Istanbul is set atop the church.   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 |  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. |
