Syrian authorities restore order in riot stricken-citiesMay 1, 2011 - 16:32 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The Syrian authorities restored order in all riot stricken-cities, an official source in Damascus stated. In Deraa (120 km to the south of capital) 149 extremists have been seized during an operation on liquidation of the armed gangs terrorizing the city. Order was established in Homs, Latakia and suburbs of Damascus where violent street demonstrations took place over the last days. Representatives of the public inform about the population's positive response to actions of the army and security forces to suppress attempts at provoking anarchy and religious hatred. As a Syrian MP Mohamed Habash has declared, Syria “needs now, more than ever, serious and responsible efforts of all citizens to strengthen national unity in the face of external intrigues.” On Monday, May 2, the National Council will gather for a session to confirm a comprehensive plan on political, administrative and economic reforms proposed by the new government of the republic, vikno.eu reported. Top stories Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev arrived in Moscow on April 22 to hold talks with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. 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". Partner news | Power of One Dram sums up two-year program with Teach for Armenia Idram Junior also joined the companies during the visit, bringing with it a fascinating intellectual game for children Moscow slams EU mission in Armenia for “provocative activity” The EU mission is doing more and more against Armenia’s neighbors Russia, Azerbaijan and Iran, Mikhail Galuzin said. Yerevan Mayor to travel to Paris on May 15-19 The official delegation headed by Yerevan Mayor Tigran Avinyan will travel to Paris from May 15 to 19. Armenia, India hold first defense consultations The meeting was attended by Indian Ambassador Nilakshi Saha Sinha and Defense Attaché Brigadier General Naveen Nijhawan. |