April 24 proclaimed as Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day in ChicagoApril 20, 2007 - 15:06 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The Chicago City Council adopted a resolution, according to which April 24 is being proclaimed as Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day. Mayor of Chicago Richard Daley has undersigned the resolution, the PanARMENIAN.Net journalist was told in the Armenian National Committee of America (ANCA). In 2005 the American State of Illinois became 11th in number to include facts of genocide in curriculum of schools and colleges of the state. Currently 12 of 19 Congressmen from Illinois express their support for H. Res. 106, which recognizes the Armenian Genocide. 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 | Armenian, Saudi Foreign Minister meet in Riyadh The two commended the positive dynamics of the development of political dialogue between Armenia and Saudi Arabia Pashinyan: Azerbaijan’s proximity shouldn’t worry border residents At the same time, he said that he “does not guarantee [the security of villagers] one hundred percent”. U.S. doesn’t see Russia as contributing to peace in Caucasus Patel made the remarks when asked about the implications of Russia’s withdrawal of peacekeepers from Karabakh. Up to 1% cashback when shopping on Wildberries with IDBank cards IDBank is launching an exclusive campaign on Wildberries for online shopping enthusiasts. |