Moscow marks First Armenian Republic DayMay 31, 2011 - 14:31 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - On May 30, Armenian Embassy in Moscow hosted round table discussions timed to the 93rd anniversary of the first Armenian Republic. Armenian Ambassador to Russia Oleg Yesayan, NKR permanent representative in Moscow Albert Andryan, representatives of Moscow organizations and media attended the event. In his opening remarks, Mr. Yesayan stressed the historic significance of the first Republic declaration in 1918. Ambassadorial adviser Mr. Harutyunyan, the head of the student organization at International Relations Institute Henry Sardarov delivered speeches at the event. In conclusion, the head of Ararat NGO Emmanuil Dolbakyan presented a book authored by General Grigory Korganov, tilted Armenians’ Participation in World War II Caucasus Front. 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 | 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. |