Author: Nalchajian Markos

SLOVAKIAN DEPUTIES SEND MESSAGE OF CONDOLENCE TO THEIR ARMENIAN COLLEAGUES ON OCCASION OF ACCIDENT OF YEREVAN-SOCHI PLANE

Noyan Tapan
May 10 2006

BRATISLAVA, MAY 10, NOYAN TAPAN. A number of members of the Slovakian
National Council, including Chairman of the Christian-Democratic
Party, former Chairman of the National Council Pavol Hrushovski,
Vice-Chairman Pavol Minarik, Frantisek Mikloshko, former Deputy
Prosecutor General Martin Lauko, Deputies Gustav Kraychi, Rudo Zhiak
and others presented their deep condolences in connection with
the accident of the Yerevan-Sochi plane. The Slovakian deputies
handed their message of condolence to Ashot Grigorian, Armenian
Foreign Minister’s Adviser and Chairman of the representation of the
Armenian Organizations of Europe, with a request to pass it to the
Armenian National Assembly. The Slovakian deputies wish patience to
the relatives of the crash victims and emphasize that the Slovaks
understand the consequences of this accident especially well as only
six months have passed since the plane accident in the Slovakian
city of Kosice, in which Slovakian soldiers died on their way back
from Iraq.

BULGARIAN PARLIAMENT REJECTS ARMENIA GENOCIDE BILL

Agence France Presse — English
May 10, 2006 Wednesday 6:57 PM GMT

Bulgaria’s parliament rejected Wednesday a resolution from an
ultra-nationalist party calling on it to recognise as genocide
massacres of Armenians under the Ottoman Empire.

Of the 170 deputies present in the 240-seat parliament, 81 voted
against, 56 supported it and there were 33 abstentions.

The nationalist Ataka (Attack) party had called for parliament to
declare May 24 “a day of remembrance for the victims of Armenian
genocide under the Ottoman Empire”.

But the ruling Socialist-led coalition rejected the proposal, with
left-wing deputies saying it was only aimed at straining ties with
Turkey and relations within the three-party government, which includes
a Turkish minority party.

Armenians claim up to 1.5 million of their kin were slaughtered between
1915 and 1917, as the Ottoman Empire, modern Turkey’s predecessor,
was falling apart but Turkey categorically rejects the claims.

ARMENIAN PROSECUTOR GENERAL’S OFFICE INVESTIGATION GROUP DRAWS CERTAIN CONCLUSIONS CONCERNING THE CRASHED ARMAVIA AIRBUS

Yerevan, May 10. ArmInfo. The investigation in the criminal case on
the crash of Airbus A320 flying from Yerevan to Sochi on May 3 night
initiated by the Prosecutor General’s Office (PGO) is still underway.

However, the investigation group has arrived to certain conclusions,
Press Secretary of the RA PGO Gurgen Hambaryan told ArmInfo.

Thus, he said, the investigation group rules out the version of a
terrorist act or shortage of fuel of the possible crash reasons. G.

Hambaryan said more details will be announced after the investigation
is completed.

To recap, the crash killed all on board. 51 of 113 killed were found.

The RA GPO initiated a criminal case on Article 241.3 RA Criminal Code
(violation of the safety rules when exploiting a railway, air and sea
transport). Another criminal case on a similar article was initiated
by the Russian PGO.

ANDRANIK MARGARIAN: GLORIOUS WAY PASSED BY YERKRAPAH IS GREAT AND
UNDENIABLE IN BUILDING AND ESTABLISHMENT OF OUR INDEPENDENT STATEHOOD

YEREVAN, MAY 8, NOYAN TAPAN. RA Prime Minister Andranik Margarian,
member of the Yerkrapah Volunteers’ Union board, Chairman of the
Republican Party of Armenia, sent a congratulatory message on the
occasion of the Yerkrapah’s (Defender of the Land) Day. The message
provided to Noyan Tapan from RA Government Information and Public
Relations Department read: “Dear companions-in-arms, I proudly and
warmly congratulate you on the occasion of the Yerkrapah’s Day. The
glorious way passed by the Yerkrapah is great and undeniable in the
issue of building and establishment of our independent statehood. At
the moment of the fatal danger threatening the country the Yerkrapah
Volunteer’s Union assumed the responsibility of defending the borders
of the homeland, providing the security of the country symbolizing the
will and unbending spirit of our fair struggle. We are bowing our head
before the memory of our combat friends, before the memory of the
perished freedom fighters who kept invincible the borders of our
country and the belief in the future. The Yerkrapah Volunteer’s Union
with a devotion and belief continues to have its considerable
contribution to replenishment of army cadres, to supporting its
perished and injured friends’ families, to military-patriotic
education of the young generation. These issues are vital now, too,
and should be solved as a result of the common efforts and united work
of all of us. I am convinced that relying on its glorious way and
professed values, Yerkrapah will continue to be guided by the
principles outlined by eternal Chairman of the Yerkrapah Volunteer’s
Union, Sparapet Vazgen Sargsian remaining loyal to its main title and
purposes. Congratulating you on the occasion of this beautiful day
that has become a holiday, I wish you, your families and the whole our
people peace, good health and happiness”.

ARMENTEL PROLONGS TERM OF FREE TELEPHONE CALLS TO SOCHI UNTIL MAY 7

Noyan Tapan
May 05 2006

YEREVAN, MAY 5, NOYAN TAPAN. The term of free telephone calls from the
Armenian fixed telephone network to the hot line in Sochi was prolonged
until May 7. Noyan Tapan was informed about it from ArmenTel’s press
service. The phone numbers of the hot lines are:
00-7-86-22-44-00-88
00-7-86-22-44-12-32.

ILHAM ALIYEV’S VISIT TO THE USA WITNESSES AZERBAIJAN BEING THE REGION’S LEADER – MP MUBARIZ GURBANLI
Author: J. Shakhverdiyev

TREND Info, Azerbaijan
May 4 2006

Azeri President’s visit to the USA opened a new page in mutual
relationships, reportedly said MP Mubariz Gurbanli, deputy executive
secretary, New Azerbaijan Party, commenting negative reaction of
local opposition to this visit.

Hew said Armenians and Azeri opposition are mostly worried about
Azerbaijan’s speedy progressing.

He said also Armenia, Armenian lobby around the globe and Azeri
opposition are simultaneously trying to blame Azeri Government.

Nevertheless, President’s visit to the USA witnesses Azerbaijan being
the region’s leader, MP said.

RUSSIAN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION TO AID PLANE CRASH VICTIMS’ RELATIVES

Interfax, Russia
May 3 2006

MOSCOW. May 3 (Interfax) – Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Fradkov
has signed a directive on setting up an ad hoc government commission
to provide assistance to the families of the victims of an Armenian
A-320 plane crash and to handle the disaster’s aftermath, the Russian
government press service told journalists.

The commission will be led by Transportation Minister Igor Levitin.

The Armavia plane crashed into the sea on May 3 about six kilometers
from the Adler airport, which serves the Russian Black Sea resorts
in Sochi.

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Condolence Statement from Archbishop Hovnan Derderian, Primate of
the Western Diocese of the Armenian Church of North America

On behalf of Western Diocese of the Armenian Church of North America
and its faithful, we extend our heartfelt sympathies and prayers to the
families and relatives of the 113 passengers and crew of the Armavia
passenger plane which today crashed on its way from Yerevan to Sochi.

It is with great sorry and pain that we mourn the tragic loss of the
innocent lives that fell victim of this deadly crash and pray that God
Almighty console the pain and suffering of their families and loved
ones and grant them the strength to overcome this calamity. May God
accept the souls of those who perished in the illuminated heights
of Heaven.

With Prayers,

Archbishop Hovnan Derderian

Primate

The Western Diocese of the Armenian Church of North America, providing
spiritual guidance and leadership to the Armenian Apostolic community,
is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit, tax-exempt organization comprised of 47
churches in 16 western states. The Western Diocese was established in
1898 as the Diocese of the Armenian Church encompassing the entire
United States and Canada. In 1927 the Western Diocese was formed to
better serve the growing Armenian population of the western United
States.

HIP-HOP CONCERT – FLAGSTAFF ARIZONA – MAY 5, 2006

Arizona Reporter, AZ
May 2 2006

Venue: The Boardwalk | Address: 26 South San Francisco | Time: 8:00pm

Where: Flagstaff, AZ — Find your way to the Boardwalk for Cinco De
Mayo Friday, May 5, 2006 for a night with the hip hop scene. Come
hear these artist who will be sharing experiences and making music.

The Show will take place at The Boardwalk Nightclub and Bar (26 S.

Sanfrancisco St) in Flagstaff. Doors open at 8PM and there will be
a $5.00 Cover at the door. more info: 480.829.0607

Live Performances by:

APOLLO

Apollo is a 21 year old hip hop artist, raised in Bergen County, New
Jersey and now resides in Phoenix. He was born in Jerusalem, Israel
and raised in North Jersey. Apollo takes pride in his Armenian roots
and has been involved with different organizations to bring awareness
to the Armenian Genocide where 1.5 million of his own people were
massacred. Apollo appeared on MTV’S TRUE LIFE (I’m a Battle Rapper)
which aired on July 14th, 2005.

Apollo is also featured in the May Issue of VIBE MAGAZINE on page 66.

Apollo also is part of the 2005 Rap Olympics team. Apollo recently
opened up on the Power 92.3 Cassidy/Pussycat Dolls/ NB Rydaz/
Lil Rob concert. He is the 2004 Source Magazine’s “Unsigned Hype”
Battle Champion (which he won at America West Arena in front of 15,000
people at the AND1 game). Radio? He’s been on NYC’S #1 station (Z100)
and has made 22 LIVE appearances on Phoenix’s POWER 92.3 (including
promo rotation). Magazines? Apollo has been featured in Urban Magazine,
XPOZ Magazine, Press Box Magazine, The Muvement, Star Ledger Newspaper,
Arizona Republic, Vibe Magazine, etc. Internet?

Apollo has been featured on over 30 websites and held the #1 spot
on the National MP3 Charts for two weeks straight, and in the Top 50
Charts out of over 250,000 artists on Myspace. Including signed acts.

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BLUE BOOK TURKISH PUBLISHERS TO STAND TRIAL

PanARMENIAN.Net
02.05.2006 00:40 GMT+04:00

/PanARMENIAN.Net/ Member of the Republican Party of Turkey, Turkish MP
Sukur Elekdar brought a suit against the authors of the Turkish version
of the Blue Book, the collection of documents of the annihilation of
Armenians in Turkey. Elekdar asserts the introduction slanders him. The
MP demands to amend the “moral damage” with $15 thousand. Besides,
Elekdar raises a claim to author of the opening address Taner Akcam,
over the article published in Bikirim Turkish magazine last year.

In the article Elekdar was criticized as one of the authors of the
letter addressed to the British parliamentarians with a demand to
refute the data published in the book. The authors of the Turkish
version of the book – Umit Erdoglu, Taner Akcam and translator
Ahmet Guner will stand trial May 30, 2006, reported IA Regnum with
a reference to Bianet.

To note the Blue Book, formally knows as “Treatment of Armenians in
the Ottoman Empire in 1915-1919” is a report heard by the British
parliament in 1916. The document proves that the Armenian Genocide
was planned.

Turkish MPs requested the House of Commons to “clarify the issue with
the Blue Book”. The UK Foreign Ministry in the person of Ambassador
Peter Westmacott stated it refuses to discuss the address, since the
“materials the book contains were not refuted and the authority of
its authors cannot be doubted.”