 Streetlights of Memory for Armenian Genocide victims to be set in Geneva March 31, 2011 - 14:37 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Recently, a work, titled Streetlights of Memory, dedicated to the victims of the Armenian Genocide, was presented at Geneva-hosted news conference. The streetlights to decorate Bastion de Saint-Antoine in April, 2013, were presented by Patrice Mugny, Geneva Administrative Councillor responsible for the culture, and Charles Aznavour, Armenia’s Ambassador to Switzerland. In 2008, the city of Geneva came up with an initiative to build a memorial for Genocide victims, with a French master of Armenian origin, Melik Ohanian to implement the idea. The monument will consist of nine 8-meter streetlights to be established in different parts of the bastion. Instead of the bulb, a gleaming "tear" in frosted stainless steel will be installed, evoking thoughts about tragic events of 1915. Charles Aznavour gave high assessment to the monument that “inspires hope”, and the fact that it will be established in Switzerland, his current homeland. The project financing (100000 and 400000 Francs respectively) will be provided by Geneva and the Armenian community.   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 |  Topic 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. |
