Islamic State forces Raqqa’s Armenian kids study ShariaFebruary 10, 2016 - 12:58 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The Islamic State group, also known by the name Daesh, has imposed severe conditions on the Armenians and their families living in the Syrian city of Raqqa, Arevelk reports. A source in Aleppo, who has been able to maintain communication with Raqqa-based Armenians via WhatsApp, told Arevelk that the militants make Armenian children gather in special centers for studying Islamic Sharia. According to the source, the terrorists have created an atmosphere of fear in the city, banning any movement in the region. Around 20 Armenians currently live in the Islamic State stronghold of Raqqa, with the majority of the population having fled earlier. 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 | 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. Ucom General Director gives lecture at French University in Armenia The General Director of Ucom Ralph Yirikian delivered a lecture at the French University of Armenia. Armenia offers to temporarily host, preserve Gaza manuscripts The Armenian Foreign Minister has said Yerevan is ready to help preserve manuscripts from the conflict zone in Gaza. Aram I supports Karekin II’s “patriotic position” Catholicos of the Great House of Cilicia Aram I has expressed support for the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin. |