  SERIES OF POWERFUL EXPLOSIONS IN DOWNTOWN ISTANBULNovember 20, 2003 - 18:38 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Five powerful explosions took place downtown Istanbul, including one near the British consulate. As reported by the Associated Press, they caused serious damage to the district of the city and the stock exchange. At least 15 are killed. Meanwhile, some details have appeared concerning the explosions near two Jewish synagogues in Istanbul November 15 that had killed 23. According to the data of the city authorities, expert examination of the remains of the kamikaze terrorists showed the act of terrorism was committed by two Islamic fighters of Turkish origin. 6 are arrested on suspicion of being accomplices to the crime.  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 |  Latest news U.S. sees “extraordinary” opportunity for peace between Armenia, Azerbaijan  U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken believes there is an “extraordinary” opportunity to reach a peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan.Viva: Armenia's leading technology company introduces a new trademark The updated brand Viva reflects a qualitatively new level of digital services.Turkey restoring 500-year-old Surp Sarkis Armenian Church During the program, Sahak Maşalyan, the Patriarch of Türkiye's Armenians, inspected the historic church and offered prayers.Cumulative deposit on flexible terms: Byblos Bank Armenia's new offer Once the deposit is fixed, it can be topped up at any time, and interest will be accrued quarterly. |
