Iran says "100 leaders" arrested in petrol protest crackdownNovember 23, 2019 - 12:27 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Iran has arrested about 100 leaders of the protests against a hike in petrol prices, the judiciary says, according to the BBC. They were identified and detained in "various parts of the country" by Iran's powerful Revolutionary Guards. The announcement came as the US placed sanctions on Iran's communications minister for restricting internet access during the unrest. Amnesty International says more than 100 people were killed during the protests which hit several cities. Other sources say the toll may be far higher. Iranian officials earlier this week confirmed 12 deaths. Iran's president on Wednesday claimed victory against an "enemy plot", saying that "subversive elements" backed by the US, Israel and Saudi Arabia were behind the unrest. 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 | SBP instant transfers now available from 190 Russian banks to Armenia To receive money from Russian banks, easywallet users need to go to their easywallet accounts. Armenia's Davit Chaloyan qualifies for Paris Olympics The Armenian boxer qualified for Paris Olympics after a series of successful bouts at the 2nd World Qualification Tournament. Lemkin Institute urges Armenia to respect people’s right to dissent The Lemkin Institute has urged the Armenian government to respect people’s fundamental human right to express their dissent. French-Armenian journalist returns to France after 41-day hunger strike Nicolian said on social media on Sunday, June 2 that he needs to improve his health in order to “continue the fight”. |