OSCE/ODIHR head calls for investigation into Hayrikyan shootingFebruary 1, 2013 - 16:45 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The Director of the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR), ambassador Janez Lenarčič, expressed his grave concern over the over the shooting yesterday in Yerevan of Paruyr Hayrikyan, a candidate in Armenia’s upcoming presidential election. “This attack is deeply distressing in view of the electoral process already underway, and I urge all stakeholders to refrain from any actions that might further aggravate the situation,” said Lenarčič. “We also urge the relevant authorities to pursue a robust investigation of this crime and prosecution of the perpetrators.” Lenarčič added that all concerned should ensure that the electoral process remains peaceful. Hayrikyan, was shot and wounded by unknown assailants on the evening of January 31 and is currently in hospital in stable condition. Lenarčič expressed hope for his quick recovery. The Election Observation Mission deployed by ODIHR to observe the February 18 election is in contact with the relevant state authorities, as well as Hayrikyan’s campaign headquarters, and continues to follow developments in the case. As part of its established observation activities, the Mission will follow and report on any relevant issues that impact the electoral process. Top stories Six total incidents have burned 19 old-growth trees. Friday night 8 trees were torched along the beautiful main entrance. The EU does not intend to conduct military exercises with Armenia, Lead Spokesperson for EU Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Peter Stano says. Hikmet Hajiyev has said that there is no place for USAID operation in Azerbaijan any longer. A telephone conversation between Putin and Pashinyan before the CSTO summit is not planned, Peskov says. Partner news | Viva-MTS: Tech solutions to modernize infrastructure of border village The border village has been the focus of Viva-MTS and the Foundation for the Preservation of Wildlife and Cultural Values since 2015. Ucom's fixed network launched in Artashat To mark this occasion, the company has introduced a special offer exclusively for Artashat residents. “By Your Side”: IDBank's new support program for displaced Artsakh citizens IDBank is launching a long-term social support program for forcibly displaced Artsakh residents. The Power of One Dram to benefit Road of Life charity The companies inform that the May beneficiary of The Power of One Dram is the “Road of Life” charitable organization. |