Armenian Genocide recognition process intensified in IsraelNovember 16, 2009 - 11:10 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - A large number of political observers suppose that tensions between Israel and Turkey can lead to recognition of the Armenian Genocide by Tel Aviv."The issue has acquired quite a different coloring lately. I formed and headed Israel-Armenia parliamentary friendship group in 1999. Knesset members Yuri Stern and Zeev Elkin have also done much to advance the process," Alexander Tsinker, director of East European States & CIS. Institute, member of the Knesset in 1999-2003, told PanARMENIAN.Net "Unfortunately, the RA leadership disregards the Armenian community in Israel. Meanwhile, positive results can be achieved through formation of correct public opinion. As an optimist, I am hopeful that I will see Israel pass a law on recognition of the Armenian Genocide one day," he said. Top stories Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev arrived in Moscow on April 22 to hold talks with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. 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". Partner news | 17 bridges collapse as a result of floods in Armenia As a result of floods in Armenia’s northern Lori and Tavush provinces, 17 bridges, including five large ones, have collapsed. Armenia: Top cleric to retain title as he bids to become interim PM Galstanyan said earlier that the interim government would be tasked with stopping the “destruction of our homeland”. Ex-mayor of Karabakh capital arrested in Yerevan Ex-mayor of the Nagorno-Karabakh city of Stepanakert David Sargsyan has been arrested for 20 days. 269 people evacuated amid severe floods in Armenia’s north According to the Interior Ministry, 269 people have been evacuated from their homes in Lori and Tavush provinces. |