 EU prepares sanctions against Qaddafi regime February 24, 2011 - 21:33 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The European Union is preparing sanctions against the regime of Muammar Qaddafi, Libya's leader for four decades, in retaliation for the violence used against demonstrators this week. Ambassadors yesterday (23 February) discussed options, including freezing the assets of Qaddafi and his close associates and denying them visas. Member states' political and security ambassadors reached “political agreement” last night to impose the sanctions on Qaddafi and his supporters, according to EU diplomats, but did not decide on the precise details. A formal decision could follow as early as today, an EU official said, European Voice 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 |  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 |
