Russian forces unleash massive night assault in southern Damascus May 14, 2018 - 10:42 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The Russian Aerospace Forces unleashed a massive assault over the southern part of Damascus on Sunday, May 13 night, targeting the Islamic State’s (IS) last positions inside Yarmouk Camp, Hajar Al-Aswad, and Al-Tadamon, Al-Masdar News reports. According to a report from the site, the skies above the capital have turned red as a result of the heavy Russian bombardment. The loud sounds from Russian airstrikes on southern Damascus have reportedly greatly exceeded those of the Israeli attack earlier in the week. The Russian Aerospace Forces are attempting to eliminate the Islamic State’s last positions in southern Damascus in order to officially secure the area for the Syrian government forces.   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 Former Pashinyan envoy urges end to Genocide speculation  Marukyan has urged authorities in Armenia stop discussions about verifying the names of 1.5 million victims.First Canadian expert join EU mission in Armenia The first Canadian expert to join the European Union’s civilian mission in Armenia has arrived in Armenia.Armenian cemetery in Fresno hit by arsons six times since January Six total incidents have burned 19 old-growth trees. Friday night 8 trees were torched along the beautiful main entrance.Iran vows to “decisively” defend sovereignty, national interests The Iranian embassy in Armenia has defended its “defensive and proportional action in in occupied Palestine.” |
