Author: Khoyetsian Rose

Horror fratricide in Yerevan

Khoyetsian Rose
| 13:20 | May 10 2018
Category
Society

The investigative committee has launched criminal proceedings on the murder of a 61 year old man in Yerevan. The suspected killer, the victim’s brother, has been arrested, the committee said.

The body of the 61 year old was discovered around midnight May 9 in a park. The body had multiple traumas and wounds to the head.

The investigation quickly revealed the suspect – a 52 year old man – who is the younger brother of the victim. Police ruled that the killer used an axe to murder his brother.

The murder weapon has been found.

The investigation is still ongoing.


Armenian opposition leader will respect Armenia’s interests and will not initiate withdrawal from EAEU, expert says

Khoyetsian Rose
TASS, Russia
May 4 2018
Armenian opposition leader will respect Armenia’s interests and will not initiate withdrawal from EAEU, expert says

YEREVAN May 4

 If Armenian opposition leader Nikol Pashinyan becomes prime minister, he will take into consideration his country’s interests and will not initiate withdrawal from the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), head of the Alternativa analytical center Doctor of Economics Tatul Manaseryan said in an interview with TASS on Friday.

YEREVAN, May 4. /TASS/. If Armenian opposition leader Nikol Pashinyan becomes prime minister, he will take into consideration his country’s interests and will not initiate withdrawal from the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), head of the Alternativa analytical center Doctor of Economics Tatul Manaseryan said in an interview with TASS on Friday.

“When the Yelk faction organized parliamentary hearings on the issue of withdrawal from the EAEU, I attended [them] myself and highlighted my opinion that it is impossible to stay away from regional integration processes. I think that if Pashinyan becomes the country’s prime minister [he] will respect Armenia’s interests and will not initiate its withdrawal from the EAEU,” Manaseryan noted. He added that “Russia is Armenia’s reliable partner, and this move will lead to a sharp deterioration of Armenian-Russian relations.”

The expert stressed that “a revolutionary process may positively affect the economic situation in the country.”

“If revolutions in other countries led to mistrust on the part of international partners, here we’ve got a different situation. We are receiving signals from foreign organizations that they are ready to continue cooperation,” Manaseryan noted. According to the economist, “it is necessary to settle the domestic political crises solely within the law for the process to continue in a positive atmosphere.”

On May 1, members of parliament rejected opposition leader Nikol Pashinyan’s candidacy to the post of prime minister. Forty-five lawmakers voted for him, against 53 votes needed for election as prime minister. Pashinyan then called on his supporters to embark on mass civil disobedience actions. The next voting on the PM candidacy is due on May 8.

Armenian Opposition Leader Calls for Strike as He Fails to Become Prime Minister

Khoyetsian Rose
Sputnik, Russia
May 1 2018
© REUTERS / Gleb Garanich
World

Armenian opposition leader Nikol Pashinyan has not been elected as the country’s interim prime minister amid ongoing protests.

The National Assembly of Armenia failed to elect Nikol Pashinyan, the only candidate in the vote, for the post of prime minister.

Forty-three out of the 105 parliamentarians had supported Pahinyan, while he needed 53 votes to get elected. Lawmakers of the ruling Republican Party voted against the opposition leader’s candidacy, despite his warnings of a “political tsunami” in case he wasn’t elected.

Pashinyan, who has been at the helm of the weeks-long rallies in Armenia, has slammed the ruling party for its decision, calling it an “insult to the people.”

In a heated address after the vote, the opposition leader said a nationwide strike will be held on Wednesday. He called on people to block the streets, airports and railway stations, adding that the protests will be peaceful. Pashinyan also urged police to put down their shields and join his movement.

© AP Photo / Gleb Garanich

The vote was held amid protests in Armenia that have been ongoing for several weeks. Media reported that about 20,000 people took to the streets of the country’s capital, Yerevan, on Tuesday. The massive rallies started after the opposition protested against the nomination of ex-President Serzh Sargsyan as the head of the government. The opposition feared that after two terms as the president, Sargsyan was attempting to stay in power.

Sports: Mkhitaryan suffers another knee injury against Man Utd

Khoyetsian Rose
Panorama, Armenia
Sport 10:58 30/04/2018 World

Armenian national football team and Arsenal midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan returned from injury during Arsenal’s defeat to Manchester United on Sunday, but was left nursing a knock after levelling the scores, the official website of Arsenal reported.

“I took off Mkhitaryan because he had a little knock on his knee again, on the same knee – we could see that just looking at him in the dressing room. Ospina has a rib problem and Alex Iwobi has a hamstring problem, so we’ll see how well everyone recovers. Thursday will come very quickly,” Arsenal  boss  Arsène Wenger was quoted as saying.

Asked whether they will be out of Thursday’s match against Atletico Madrid, Wenger said: “Definitely? At the moment, no, but we’ll have to monitor them over the next 48 hours. We’ll know more on Tuesday.”

Arsenal lost to Manchester United 1-2 as Mkhitaryan scored the only goal for his team, becoming the first player to score for and against Manchester United in the same Premier League season.

Differing April 24 (video)

Khoyetsian Rose
  • 21:40 | April 24,2018 | Politics
  • Armenian:
  • Rus

About five hours one cannot reach the Eternal Flame. The hill leading to the Tsitsernakaberd memorial complex is unusually populous.

From Republic Square, Nikol Pashinyan, Deputy of the National Assembly, marched in the direction of Tsitsernakaberd. There were not so many people accompanying him as those who waited for him in Tsitsernakaberd. Many citizens, after seeing a crowd of people, never rose to the memorial complex, some, however, decided to wait a few hours, to lay their flower at the Eternal Flame.

Citizens note that this April 24 differs from the previous ones, as the people are experiencing an unspeakable shock, in connection with yesterday’s resignation of Serzh Sargsyan.


Charles Aznavour attends inaugural ceremony of “Memory Lanterns” Armenian Genocide memorial in Geneva

Khoyetsian Rose
| 11:47 | April 14 2018
Category
World

The “Memory Lanterns” memorial dedicated to the memory of the Armenian Genocide victims opened in the Trembley park in Geneva, Switzerland on April 13, which was also attended by renowned French-Armenian singer, Armenia’s Ambassador to Switzerland Charles Aznavour.

“This memorial tells us that such event should never repeat again”, Charles Aznavour told RTS.

“Switzerland’s National Council recognized the Armenian Genocide, as well as the city of Geneva acknowledged the Genocide by a separate resolution. The plans on building such memorial existed long ago, but every time they met Turkish counteraction and were postponed. In 2008 Geneva voted for constructing a memorial dedicated to the memory of the Armenian Genocide victims”, RTS writes.

The memorial consists of 10-meter-long 9 lanterns. The author is Melik Ohanyan. “The idea of this memorial is that there is no single point where it is erected, but that important point is the visitor. It also symbolizes the Diaspora that is spread in different countries and sheds light from these places”, Ohanyan said.

Switzerland’s National Council (lower house of the parliament) adopted a resolution on December 16, 2003 by which it recognized the Armenian Genocide.

The law on criminalizing the denial of the Armenian Genocide operates in Switzerland since 1994.

Comedy for a Cause, Spotlight, Armenian Genocide Commemoration, Upcoming Events, and More

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ARS Festival Committee Honors Satenig Nalbandian - Comedy for a Cause Luncheon
Approximately 180 ARS members and supporters attended a Comedy for a Cause 
Luncheon organized by the ARS of Western USA’s Regional Festival Committee on 
March 24, 2018 at Arbat Banquet Hall. The event featured the comedic talent of 
Mary Basmadjian.
Welcoming remarks were delivered by Seta Tarpinian, Co-Chairperson of the 
Regional Festival Committee, who explained the event’s fundraising nature to 
raise financial support for the re-organizing efforts of the ARS Festival, 
which is set to be held on September 29-30, 2018. Thereafter, the committee’s 
Co-Chairperson Emma Garabetian was invited to deliver a surprise announcement 
of the honoring of Satenig Nalbandian, a member of the ARS Santa Monica “Gars” 
Chapter. 
Surprised by the announcement, Satenig Nalbandian was accompanied to the stage 
by ARS Regional Executive Chairperson Silva Poladian, who presented her with a 
plaque recognizing her years of service and contributions to ensuring the 
success of ARS festivals. Nalbandian expressed her heartfelt appreciation for 
the honor and stated, “It is our duty to be of the utmost service to our 
beloved organization and to do so without any expectations in return.”
Remarks were also delivered by Houri Kassabian, Chairperson of the ARS “Gars” 
Chapter, who congratulated Nalbandian on behalf of the chapter, commended her 
years of dedication and service, and presented her with a floral bouquet in 
appreciation.
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ARS Member Vicky Marachelian Honored as One of the 2018 Women of the Year  
On April 5, 2018, during a luncheon in Echo Park, Calif., Vicky Marachelian was 
honored among a group of inspiring women from communities in the 28th 
Congressional District by  U.S. Congressman Adam Schiff.
“These women have worked to found or support a myriad of charitable 
organizations, started multiple businesses and given so much of themselves to 
improve the common good. They are all pillars of our communities and I thank 
them for their invaluable service," said Rep. Schiff.
Board of Regents of ARS Schools' Events for Students
On April 21, 2018, ARS school students will visit the Armenian Genocide 
Monument in Montebello, Calif. to pay their respects to the victims of the 1915 
Armenian Genocide. 
On April 28, 2018, a Quiz Bowl for younger and older ARS school students will 
be held at the Hollywood Armenian Center. The Quiz Bowl is dedicated to the 
100th Anniversary of the First Republic of Armenia. 
QuickBooks Workshop
The ARS Regional Executive Board has organized a QuickBooks Workshop for 
chapter treasurers and accountants, which will be held on April 19, 2018 
starting at 7 p.m. at the ARS Regional Headquarters. 
This workshop will allow chapters to be familiarized with the software in an 
effort to maintain accurate chapter financial and accounting records. 
The workshop is open to all ARS members interested in attending. 
Upcoming Chapter Events
ARS Lori Chapter Irene Boodakian Saturday School's Kids Paint Night (Ages 6-15)
Friday, April 13, 2018 at 7 p.m.
Armenian Community Center's Titizian Hall
Tickets: $35 
Contact Seta (818) 298-3003 or Suzy (818) 640-0345
ARS Sevan Chapter's Mother/Daughter Tea Party - Fashion Show
Saturday, April 14, 2018 at 12 Noon
Ghazarian Hall
Tickets: $50
Contact Hermine (714) 417-0534
ARS Araz Chapter's Presentation on "Prepare to Survive" & Emergency 
Preparedness by Connie Lackey, RN
Saturday, April 21, 2018 at 2 p.m.
Burbank Youth Center
Free Admission - Open to the Public
Contact (818) 500-1343
ARS Nairy Chapter's 50th Anniversary Banquet 
Sunday, April 29, 2018 at 5 p.m.
Bagramian Hall 
Contact Laure (323) 728-4084
ARS Anahid Chapter's Mother's Day Luncheon
Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at 11:30 a.m.
Terrace Restaurant & Lounge
Tickets: $50
Contact Azadouhi (818) 609-8098 or Sirvart (818) 472-5889
ARS Lori Chapter's Mother's Day Luncheon
Saturday, May 5, 2018 at 11 a.m.
Brandview Ballroom
Tickets: $60
Contact Maro (818) 384-3057 or Ivy (818) 419-5959
ARS Arax Chapter's Spring Luncheon
Saturday, May 12, 2018 at 12 noon
Armenian Community Center in Lomita, Calif.
Tickets: $30 for adults; $10 for children 13 and under
Contact Azniv (310) 344-7804
ARS Araz Chapter's Mother's Day Luncheon
Saturday, May 12, 2018 at 11 a.m.
Olivia Restaurant
Tickets: $50
Contact (818) 726-2960
Alice Filhanessian
ARS Sevan Chapter 
Alice Filhanessian, a native of Musa Ler, relocated to Anjar, Lebanon in 1930. 
She received her education and worked within Armenian Evangelical Schools in 
both Anjar and Beirut, Lebanon. She became a member  of the Armenian Relief  
Cross of Lebanon. Following the Lebanese Civil War, she relocated to the United 
States with her family and settled in the Orange County area. There, she joined 
the ARS "Sevan" Chapter where she continues as a member until the present time. 
She has taught at the chapter's Saturday School, served as a member of the 
chapter executive, and on various committees.  Filhanessian has taught the 
Armenian language to older adults in her community, has been elected as 
secretary of regional conventions, and has also served as a member of the 
regional Saturday School  committee and ARS  Regional Executive Board.
In memory of their parents, her family donated their home in Anjar, Lebanon to 
the LOKH "Akhtamar" Chapter of the Armenian Relief Cross of Lebanon.
ARS Sevan Chapter's Armenian Classes for Adults
The ARS Orange County "Sevan" Chapter will be holding Armenian Classes for 
Adults on Friday evenings from 6:30-8 p.m. at Ari Guiragos Minassian Armenian 
School.
For more information, contact chapter chairperson Hermine Parseghian (714) 
417-0534 or Ani Geloian (714) 797-0361.
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April 2018
Armenian Genocide Commemoration Events 
May 1, 2018
ARS Javakhk Fund's Public Forum
May 11, 2018
ARS Javakhk Fund's Annual Fundraiser
June 4, 2018
Outstanding High School Graduates' Awards Ceremony
June 5, 2018
ARS Day Luncheon at Ararat Home 
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Child, Youth, and Family Guidance Center
Armenia-Artsakh
ARS Javakhk Fund
Families in Need
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Turkish Press: Armenia becomes parliamentary republic as new leader sworn in

Khoyetsian Rose
Hurriyet Daily News, Turkey
April 9 2018
 
 
Armenia becomes parliamentary republic as new leader sworn in
 
YEREVAN – Agence France-Presse
 
Armenia’s new President Armen Sarkissian was sworn in on April 9 but power is expected to remain with his predecessor as the republic shifts to a parliamentary form of government.
 
The former ambassador to the United Kingdom took the oath of office at an extraordinary parliamentary session, his right hand laid on a 7th-century manuscript of the New Testament, and the Armenian Constitution.
 
The 64-year-old then received blessings from the head of the Armenian Church, Catholicos Garegin II.
 
Sarkissian’s inauguration allows controversial 2015 constitutional amendments to come into force, turning the country into a parliamentary republic with a strong prime minister.
 
The political shift was initiated by the outgoing president – who is no relation to the new leader — and was approved in a referendum with 63 percent of the voters backing the changes.
 
 
Critics of Serzh Sargsyan, 63, say the reforms have been designed to increase his power in a new capacity as premier.
 
The ruling party has defended the reform as a move aimed at consolidating the Caucasus nation’s democracy and improving the balance between the legislative and executive branches of power.
 
But the opposition complained of widespread violations at polling stations during the December 2015 referendum, prompting thousands to rally in protest.
 
Hand-picked by the Republican Party, Sarkissian was the sole candidate for the now mostly ceremonial presidential post.  Elected on March 2 by the National Assembly for a single term of seven years, the president is expected to mainly rubber-stamp the prime minister’s decisions.
 
Under the new legislation he is not part of the country’s Security Council.
 
A former physics professor, Sarkissian briefly served as prime minister in the 1990s.
 
 
 
 

Sports: Armenian boxer Gurgen Hovhannisyan grabs silver at Strandja 2018

Khoyetsian Rose
Panorama, Armenia
Feb 26 2018

The 69th International Boxing Tournament Strandja 2018 has come to an end in Sofia, Bulgaria, with Armenia’s heavyweight boxer Gurgen Hovhannisyan winning a silver medal.

Hovhannisyan lost his bout against Petar Belberov of Bulgaria in the finals to win the silver medal, the National Olympic Committee told Panorama.am.

A total of seven boxers headed by assistant coach Vahan Adilkhanyan represented Armenia at Strandja 2018. Of them, four athletes made it through to the quarter-finals of the boxing tournament.

Azerbaijani blogger: Armenians did not destroy Azerbaijani graves in Karabakh

Khoyetsian Rose
News.am, Armenia
Feb 24 2018
Azerbaijani blogger: Armenians did not destroy Azerbaijani graves in Karabakh Azerbaijani blogger: Armenians did not destroy Azerbaijani graves in Karabakh

12:27, 24.02.2018
                  

Armenians did not destroy Azerbaijani graves and monuments in Karabakh, Azerbaijani blogger and politically emigrant Orduhan Teymurhan said during an event in Europe, haqqin.az reported.

“Yes, pigs and goats go around Azerbaijani graves, but Armenians did not commit an act of vandalism against Azerbaijani monuments,” he said.

The relatives of the blogger who remain in Azerbaijan are periodically persecuted by the authorities.