Syrian army uncovers massive tunnel in Damascus January 24, 2019 - 18:01 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The Syrian Arab Army uncovered a massive tunnel inside the western part of Damascus on Thursday, January 24, Al-Masdar News says. According to a report from the capital city, the Syrian Arab Army was combing through the city of Darayya when they uncovered a massive tunnel that was dug by the rebel forces that once controlled the area. The report said that the tunnel stretched for more than 600 meters and was used for transporting and storing weapons by the rebel forces. The Syrian Arab Army has since placed explosives inside the tunnel and detonated them in order to prevent future use of it.  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 |  Latest news Biden honors resilience of Armenian people on April 24  U.S. President Joe Biden has issued a statement on the 109th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide.Ex-Karabakh leader moved to solitary confinement cell in Baku, his son says David Vardanyan is the son of former Karabakh leader Ruben Vardanyan who who is currently imprisoned in Azerbaijan.Macron says France commemorates 109th anniv. of Armenian genocide Today France commemorates the 109th anniversary of the Armenian genocide of 1915, Macron says.Freedom House concerned by mounting reports of police violence in Armenia Freedom House urged Armenian authorities to investigate this pattern of excessive force and inhumane treatment. |
