France, Russia to increase security at European Championship, World CupNovember 24, 2015 - 16:39 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - French and Russian authorities say they will increase security at fan zones at next year's European Championship and the 2018 World Cup following the attacks in Paris, the Associated Press reports. French Interior minister Bernard Cazeneuve says security for Euro 2016 from June 10-July 10 in France will be reinforced to ensure "the fan zones will be put in place." Russian Sports Minister Vitaly Mutko, who chairs the organizing committee for the World Cup, said there was a particular focus on protecting crowds gathered in fan zones, where security is often lighter than at stadiums. After a meeting with FIFA officials, Mutko says "the security measures will naturally be strengthened in connection with the circumstances in the world." 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 | 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. |