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26 June 2012 • 07:25 AMT
Paper: MPs deny spending state funds to pay traffic fines

Most traffic rule violation fines were imposed on state institutions including Armenian National Assembly, Yerkir reports.

26 June 2012 • 07:20 AMT
Iran to issue $4.2b worth bonds for gas projects

The development of Iran’s South Pars gas field needs huge investment, minister of petroleum Rostam Qassemi said.

26 June 2012 • 06:57 AMT
Paper: ANC member urges opposition forces to back ex-FM Oskanian

Myasnik Malkhasyan urged opposition forces to move ahead and support Prosperous Armenia member Vartan Oskanian.

26 June 2012 • 06:52 AMT
WB ex-MD becomes New Zealand’s Reserve Bank governor

Graeme Wheeler, 60, began his career in the New Zealand Treasury before joining the World Bank in 1997.

26 June 2012 • 06:44 AMT
Rep Schiff provides overview on U.S. funding to Armenia, NKR

Meeting participants asked a series of questions ranging from the Armenian Genocide to Armenia’s economy and good governance.

26 June 2012 • 06:38 AMT
Turkey says no intention of war over downed jet

“Whatever is needed to be done will definitely be done within the framework of international law,” Arınç said.

26 June 2012 • 06:33 AMT
Paper: Oskanian again refuses to testify over money laundering charges

Armenia’s State Revenue Committee also launched probe into the activities of Civilitas Foundation set up by Oskanian.

26 June 2012 • 06:29 AMT
“The Artist” canine star Uggie leaves paw print in Hollywood

The trick-performing, life-saving pup barked excitedly at the crowds, and wowed the crowds who chorused “he’s so cute.”

26 June 2012 • 06:20 AMT
Facebook changes users’ email addresses to @facebook.com

Essentially the forced change means personal email addresses are removed from the timeline by default.

26 June 2012 • 06:10 AMT
Greek archaeologists uncover ancient marble-paved road

“We have found roads on top of each other, revealing the city’s history over the centuries,” Viki Tzanakouli said.

26 June 2012 • 06:01 AMT
Moody’s downgrades 28 Spanish banks

Spain formally requested European aid for its indebted banks, but the lack of details rekindled investor doubts.

26 June 2012 • 05:56 AMT
Japan military chief to pay working visit to Russia

The Japanese military delegation will visit a motorized infantry brigade in Alabino and a military pilot training center in Kubinka.

25 June 2012 • 18:07 AMT
Expert: Bako Sahakyan only true presidential candidate in Artsakh

Armen Aghayan said that Artsakh presidential candidates are of no political interest except for Bako Sahakyan.

25 June 2012 • 17:19 AMT
City of Warwick, RI, proclaims May 20 as Shushi Liberation Day

Mayor of Shushi Garen Avakimyan thanked the Mayor and the City of Warwick for the Proclamation.

25 June 2012 • 17:06 AMT
U.S. stocks slide on Europe concerns

The Dow Jones industrial average tumbled 170 points, or 1.3%, in midday trading. The S&P 500 slid 24 points.

25 June 2012 • 17:04 AMT
CSTO head briefs Armenian President on preparations for fall maneuvers

Serzh Sargsyan met with Secretary General of the Collective Security Treaty Organization Nikolai Bordyuzha.

25 June 2012 • 16:34 AMT
Austrian President arrives in Armenia

Presidents of both countries Serzh Sargysan and Heinz Fischer will further attend Armenia-Austria business forum.

25 June 2012 • 16:27 AMT
Armenia, Australia ready to deepen cooperation

Armenian Foreign Minister met Australian Prime Minister’s special envoy to Eastern Europe, Balkans and the Caucasus.

25 June 2012 • 15:55 AMT
Armenian-Lithuanian defense cooperation discussed in Yerevan

Today, on June 25, Armenian President Serzh Sargysan met with Lithuanian Minister of Defense Rasa Juknevičienė.

25 June 2012 • 15:39 AMT
Australia seeks Armenia’s support in UN Security Council

Prime Minister Sargsyan: Armenia expresses interest in development and deepening of Armenian-Australian ties.

25 June 2012 • 15:16 AMT
Iran’s envoy says cooperation with Armenia important to his country

Mohammad Rayeesi, in turn, pledged to do the utmost to contribute to strengthening of Armenian-Iranian ties.

25 June 2012 • 15:03 AMT
Israel’s Netanyahu expects future cooperation with Egypt

“We expect to work together with the new administration on the basis of our peace treaty,” Israeli Prime Minister said.

25 June 2012 • 14:49 AMT
Sukhoi Russian aircraft maker posts record revenues

The company’s net profit increased more than fivefold to 5.24 bln rubles; operating profit equaled slightly over 7 bln rubles.

25 June 2012 • 14:38 AMT
Ardshininvestbank, BSTDB sign USD 8 mln. loan agreement

Ardshininvestbank will extend affordable long-term residential mortgage loans with a maximum amount of USD 200,000.

25 June 2012 • 14:23 AMT
France faces Euro 7-10bn budget shortfall

Govt. will present new budget on July 4 which is expected to include new tax measures; French President promised to cut deficit to 4.5%.

25 June 2012 • 14:21 AMT
PACE President against Karabakh subcommittee

Jean-Claude Mignon: though I thrust OSCE MG’s activity aimed at Karabakh settlement, it should intensify efforts.

25 June 2012 • 14:10 AMT
Special air defense force to ensure Sochi 2014 Olympics security

Andrei Yudin: a special air defense force will comprise anti-aircraft missile systems and close-range launchers.

25 June 2012 • 14:08 AMT
BBC One to adapt “Restless” bestseller into spy thriller

Cast has now been set with Hayley Atwell, Rufus Sewell, Michelle Dockery, Michael Gambon and Charlotte Rampling starring.

25 June 2012 • 14:02 AMT
Armenian armed forces official rules out hunger incidents in army

Norayr Yolchyan linked choice of June 23 as logistics day with launch of war supplies to Armenian forces in Karabakh.

25 June 2012 • 14:01 AMT
MP says social development contributes to parliament growth

Gagik Minasyan: the political mosaic represented in the newly-elected parliament will ensure high-level discussions.