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the war, army corruption, and possible solutions

Segment from an interview with legal expert Joanna Alexanyan, the head of Journalists for Human Rights.
Aleksanyan: many soldiers didn't have basic items such as helmets and bulletproof vests. The army wasn't ready. It wasn't the enemy strikes that lead to this outcome. The situation was exposed at the worst moment. We've always criticized the shortcomings and crime in the army. Why was the army command responding to criticism so harshly? Their behavior didn't change even after the 2018 revolution.
Reporter: how did the criminal element affect the war? When you look at the heroes from this war, they aren't criminals, they are ordinary conscripts whom rights are defended by people like you.
Aleksanyan: when comedian Vardan Petrosyan went to Artsakh to meet his soldier son, he returned and described that love is what defined things in the front lines. Conscripts faced death regularly and it was the love towards the homeland and their lives that made them strong. I don't accuse conscripts of being responsible for the criminal atmosphere in the army.
The crime existed for years, and commanders are responsible for that. A street kid with a criminal mentality could join the army, but it's a closed structure and should filter these elements out, but the corruption in the system didn't let that happen.
Reporter: civil society has spoken about corruption in the army for years, before and after the 2016 war. Why didn't the commanders offer a solution? Did they want the army to be weak?
Aleksanyan: no one seems to think about it today. I look around and I see funerals, news about bodies being discovered, then I see some opposition forces who make threats and ultimatums in the public square, we see inadequate actions by the government post-war.
Everyone brings the Israeli army as an example. When you ask them why their army is good, they answer "we have the family model." (also maybe all the billions of dollars in investment from the US possibly???). What is the family model in the Israeli army? It's love towards the army and soldiers.
We don't have love in our army. Do commanders know where their subordinates died? Where they went missing? Did they take steps to make their squads like a family? Today they are busy hitting one place, and they all blame one person. That's strange. Those who accuse are the ones who share the blame for the corruption and plunder in the army, and they continue to blame one person.
For years you could either praise or stay silent about the army. That didn't change after the revolution. Young (ex-MOD) Davit Tonoyan sugarcoated and praised the army, but it was exposed.
Reporter: why are both political camps busy with hateful rhetoric instead of working on these issues?
Aleksanyan: it's the hatred that they have towards each other. How can a person, full of hatred inside, think rationally about something good? Words, words, and only words. When I hear those public square speeches and threats, it terrifies me.
How can Vazgen Manukyan claim today that he plans to organize rebellion and capture buildings? They don't love their country, their army, their Armenia. Why do you make such claims? So Nikol will leave? So you will come to power?
Reporter: ... to save the country, as Manukyan says...
Aleksanyan: ...to come to power. To do what then? And at what cost? Are you inciting civil war? There is nothing good in this.
Reporter: how do families who lost sons respond to this political struggle?
Aleksanyan: with indifference. Not many participated in these rallies. families who have POW relatives are active, but the rest are indifferent. They don't believe anyone, especially [opposition parties] in the public square.
Reporter: do you agree with Robert Kocharyan that this government intentionally came to weaken the army?
Aleksanyan: I'm surprised that Robert Kocharyan still expresses opinions. Inexperience? Maybe, but not intentional weakening. Didn't the state weaken on March 1st? If Kocharyan rejects responsibility for March 1st that doesn't mean it didn't happen.
Reporter: Kocharyan said he plans to participate in elections and "win". Does he have a chance?
Aleksanyan: I can't predict his chance, but I know that he is widely rejected in the country. Good luck to him.
Reporter: Serj released a statement saying the army was stabbed in the back. Why are both former presidents claiming that there was intentional treason?
Aleksanyan: Pashinyan inherited a corrupt army from Serj and Kocharyan. How could he completely reform it in 2 years? What treason? The word "treason" is very trendy today. Everyone is a "traitor". I reject that word. It's divisive. It would be better if Serj and Kocharyan accepted their guilt, for what they failed to do for the state and the army, for the degradation of the army.
Wasn't it Serj Sargsyan who stood in Ejmiatsin and praised Generals Manvel Grigoryan and Seyran Saroyan, people who were securing his election victory in their respective regions, and where considered the face of corruption?
Full: https://factor.am/332879.html

flyers are distributed encouraging murder

Non-ex-regime opposition LHK MP: Flyers with the words "eliminate the traitor" are being spread in public places. This can lead to physical aggression. We are a civilized country where violence and terrorism cannot be means for resolving issues, especially if they are directed against high-ranking officials and legitimate authorities.
Thoughts of "physical elimination" have recently been voiced by public and political figures, which is exacerbating the situation. Remember October 27, which bent the backbone of our statehood, and do not encourage crimes.
https://www.facebook.com/samsonyan.ani/posts/2924886244458329
https://factor.am/333304.html

update: five arrested after trying to break into government building

The incident took place yesterday after a group of nationalist opposition figures held a protest in Republic Square and attempted to break into the govt building.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1041777.html

update: Vahan Badasryan arrested after threats

Nationalist opposition figure Vahan Badasyan was arrested yesterday after threatening to use weapons to forcefully "remove Pashinyan." Today the court decided that he should remain arrested until his trial. He is charged with Code 301.
Ruling QP MP Hakobyan criticized Badasyan's words and accused him of behaving as a head of a criminal band. "If you are so confident in your abilities, let's hold snap elections," said the MP in response to other opposition parties' demands for PM's resignation.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1041794.html , https://factor.am/333211.html , https://factor.am/333217.html , https://www.armtimes.com/hy/article/205515

update: group tasked with Constitutional reform discussion will wrap-up soon

A group consisted of civil society members, NGOs, and various parties has been discussing reforms in the Constitution. They will finalize and provide the results in a week.
It includes the possible merger of Supreme Court and Constitutional Court, reforms in investigative committees, topics about the church, election process, age restrictions in judicial, vetting, etc.
https://factor.am/333134.html

volunteer soldier recalls Artsakh war episodes / Manuel Manukyan and Edward Manukyan:

We learned about the war on September 27th and drove to Artsakh with 6 friends. The next day we were at Hadrut military base. We felt obligated to be there because our 18-year-old brothers were there.
The fighting spirit of the boys was very high, they were very strong and confident in their actions. They were eagerly waiting for the next tank. They fought with great enthusiasm. It doubled my spirit.
I will never forget our friend Mush who shot 4 tanks without missing one. Unfortunately, 3 of my friends and Mush died next to me while stopping an enemy tank attack.
My parents initially panicked and didn't want to allow my brother and me to volunteer. These were the heaviest days of the war. On the 3rd day, we were with a squad with 5 others. They were experienced although under the age of 30. We referred to one of them as "Crazy". He was very brave. We heard the sound of a drone while in the trenches. We were instructed to take cover in those situations. We suddenly noticed that Crazy got out of the shelter and tried to shoot the drone. He returned very unhappily because he couldn't see the drone up-close.
The fighting spirit of our boys was really high. Everyone knew where they came to, why, that it was likely they would never return. They stood their ground to the end. I hope that people will take the enemy seriously and not betray their homeland.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1041857.html
Tags #ArtsakhWar #44daywar #war

daily life in Artsakh's Shosh village

It's close to Shushi, on the new borders:
https://youtu.be/6p8mqVwZPU0?t=13

search operations continue

The crews discovered 8 bodies on Artsakh battlefields. Medical tests will be needed for identification. The work continues in Martuni, Hadrut, and Jabrayil regions.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1041776.html

POWs

5 POWs who were returned yesterday were part of the volunteer group that was captured during the Khtsaberd incident in the narrow strip of land west of the Hadrut-Shushi corridor. Additionally, there were other POWs who were captured during the 44-day war. Russian outlet RBK says the total number of POW is 140.
It was confirmed by MFA official the Armenian ambassador to the Netherlands Tigran Balayan, who said "There are still over 120 POWs. Azerbaijan still commits war crimes. One of the POWs mentioned the physical abuse he went through."
https://factor.am/333228.html , https://www.panarmenian.net/arm/news/289839/
The EU welcomed return of 5 Armenian POWs and called for immediate return of others, said the EU foreign affairs spokesman.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1041817.html
Rumors and rebuttals: army denies media rumors about 15 soldiers being captured on their way to Artsakh's Askeran region. They also denied rumors surrounding a Colonel named Gor Ishkhanyan: "His unit did not retreat during the war. After the war, his unit pulled back from its positions as part of the November 9th statement. Spreading false news does not contribute to strengthening the defense capacity of the homeland."
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1041823.html , https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1041834.html

Qashatagh residents need compensation

Some of the villagers in Artsakh's Qashatagh region, which went under Azeri control after the war, weren't aware until the last moment that they had to leave, so they didn't have time to take the household items with them. A group of residents gathered in front of the government building today and asked for housing. "Aid was provided multiple times but that's not enough to make ends meet," said a resident.
Prime Minister's office invited the residents to discuss the issues on February 3rd.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1041812.html

displaced Shurnukh and Vorotan villagers will have new homes

Deputy PM Avinyan visited Syunik province to meet residents of bordering villages Shurnukh and Vorotan. Around 20 houses in these villages went under Azeri control because they were built on the internationally-recognized Azeri side of the borders.
Avinyan: during discussions with the residents, we agreed that new houses would be built for them. Each member of every family will receive ֏300K, plus ֏68K/mo for 6 months.
https://armtimes.com/hy/article/205478

anti-corruption: NSS busts Economy Ministry official with bribery

NSS report says: a company imported a diamond from UAE and paid ֏72M in customs taxes. However, subsequent investigation revealed that the diamond was worth 6x more than it was declared.
NSS found that the director of the Economy Ministry's Licensing and Permits Department received a bribe from the company to intentionally undervalue the item on paper. The director instructed a subordinate to falsify paperwork; the latter confessed and testified.
The department director has been arrested. The bribe-giver company owners and dozens of others have been brought in for questioning. A felony case is launched.
https://youtu.be/Rgntt6JqHVk
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1041780.html

update: some large businesses abused micro-business laws to evade taxes

Micro-businesses laws were recently reformed to reduce taxes for many self-employed and small businesses. Some dishonest large businesses decided to game the system and split into smaller parts to provide themselves services as contractors and pay fewer taxes individually.
The IRS is aware and decided to increase the monitoring. They caught 258 such instances in 2020, up from 116 in 2019.
There are over 40,000 micro-businesses in Armenia.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1041809.html

anti-corruption: +70% felony cases by IRS / ֏21 billion in damages uncovered

IRS exposed ֏21 billion in damages to the state during 622 felony cases (+70% compared to 2019). 244 were about tax evasion, 62 falsifying docs, 23 illegal operations of a business, 265 narcotics transfers via border.
֏7 billion was recovered, which is +14% compared to 2019.
Please do not ship narcotics via the post office. Thank you.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1041824.html

Do not ship narcotics wrapped inside tolma. Thank you.

Armavir prison guards discovered drugs wrapped inside tolma. Երևի միսը քչությունա արել․
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1041875.html

draft bill to prohibit legalization of illegal buildings on public lands

There is a law that allows illegal property owners to go through a process and legalize their structures. QP MPs drafted a bill to prohibit this for any illegal structure built after the approval of the bill if the structure is on public land.
Bill authors: //practice was developed in previous years when businesses and individuals carried out construction without a permit, then asked the mayor to legalize the structures. This is because obtaining a license for an illegal structure was cheaper and faster than obtaining a permit and building a legal structure (huh?).
The bill will take into account the owners' rights while allowing municipalities to dismantle illegal structures without administrative proceedings. The dismantling will be paid fully by the builder.
The bill will reduce beurocracy in the property registration and permit process. //
https://www.armtimes.com/hy/article/205473

COVID stats

1190 tested. 59 infected. 265 tested. 2 deaths. 5984 active.
https://factor.am/333046.html
The highest infection rates were observed in Tavush, Syunik, Lori, Yerevan. Ministry reminded to wear a mask and avoid crowded places. "Keep a 1.5m distance from household members suspected/confirmed with COVID. Keep a social distance in grocery shops. Use 70% alcohol sanitizer after touching public surfaces. Teach the rules to your kids. Call your doctor if you have symptoms."
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1041804.html

COVID vaccines for Russian peacekeepers

Over 1,900 Russian men and women serving as peacekeepers in Artsakh have received the Sputnik V vaccine. The boxes with vaccines were driven around the country in coolers and administered only to those who agreed to take it. The second shot is scheduled before February 28th.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1041792.html , https://youtu.be/cLbTwMsFgKQ

COVID vs economy in December

The economic activity declined by -7.5% in December YoY. It increased by +27% in December vs November of 2020.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1041811.html

Armenian scientists sequence 12 coronavirus genomes / Mutation details revealed

National Academy of Sciences of Armenia: Almost a year has passed since the first COVID infection in Armenia, but it has not been revealed yet which COVID mutations are common among patients in our country. Knowledge of this information is important for analyzing the situation. //
The scientists conducted 12 whole genome sequencing and found that D614G mutation in T gene - whatever that means - is responsible for the virus's interaction with human cells.
This type was first revealed in February 2020 and is the most common in the world. No Brith or South African mutations have been observed. The examination continues.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1041841.html

Soccer Federation will renovate a stadium in Abovyan city

The project was finalized. The construction begins soon. New grass, renovated stands, facilities, small playground, nicer surroundings.
It will meet the UEFA Category-2 standard and be able to host UEFA Champions League qualification games, up to second stage matches.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1041814.html

you've got to clean that snow from sidewalks

... reminded Yerevan municipality to businesses that have the entrance facing the sidewalks. Right now it's mainly done by the city's sanitation department. The city says there is a law that requires businesses to keep their surroundings tidy. "It will also increase your economic activity."
The municipality has been distributing reminders to businesses. A few of them received ֏20K citations for ignoring it.
The law also requires these businesses to plant vegetation and pave the sidewalks. "If the 4000 businesses in Center or 2150 in Arabkir do their part, the capital will be cleaner and well-maintained," said Mayor Marutyan.
https://youtu.be/DKtTuNejSnQ?t=9 , https://youtu.be/BunvWmggdrg , https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1041801.html

farmers to use drones and robots

The National Agrarian University of Armenia has programs for 2021, in cooperation with the government and private sector. Sos Avetisyan:
"We consult leading professionals in the field so that the curricula meet the requirements of today's market. This year, we will have a Master's Degree in Precision Agriculture. We want to keep up with the world and train specialists to become leaders in this field tomorrow."
"Precision agriculture is a new emerging industry based on high tech. We will obtain agricultural drones to inject and cure crops. There is a pilot program in Voskehat and Akunq villages. The donors are purchased as part of the "Green Agriculture" program by the EU and Austrian Development Bank."
"The Water and Soil Resources Research Center was also put into operation very recently, which has a very serious perspective. Economy Minister Qerobyan visited recently and offered to work together to expand the irrigated lands in Syunik province. We need this to substitute the lost lands."
"We will continue the FRUITENIA program launched in 2020. It creates intensive orchards with an efficient drip irrigation system. Farmers and scientists will be invited to teach students. The orchards will also be used commercially because begin the process of commercializing our scientific output."
Full: https://www.armtimes.com/hy/article/205373
Tags #Agriculture

Nature Ministry busts illegal fishing in Lake Sevan

Every year, there is a period when fishing is prohibited to allow whitefish to lay eggs. Nature Ministry confiscated 5100 illegally-caught whitefish and removed 22 large fishing nets. The loot was donated to Artsakh refugees and facilities that help people with special needs.
https://www.armtimes.com/hy/article/205450

forest guards will receive another salary raise

ArmForest (Hayantar) workers will receive a $40-135 raise, depending on their position, beginning on March 1st.
"The decision was made possible by cost optimization, increased savings, the fight against shadow economy and illegal logging, and increase in revenues," said the Nature Ministry.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1041810.html , https://hetq.am/en/article/107840

2020 average monthly nominal salaries

Throughout the year, it was ֏186K ($383), or +4.2% from last year. Public sector at ֏165K (+5.9%), while the private sector ֏196K (+3.2%).
It increased in December, from ֏224K to ֏228K year-over-year.
The highest 11.3% growth was observed in the culture/entertainment/recreation field: at ֏182K/mo.
The second highest 11.2% growth was in the high-tech field: ֏476K
The third highest 9.7% growth was in construction: ֏201K
Watesewage/waste management salaries +9.2% at ֏175K.
Education +6.5% at ֏126K.
Finance/insurance +5.1% at ֏411K.
Full: https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1041771.html , https://factor.am/333350.html

paid paternity leave goes into effect in Armenia

Fathers are allowed to take a paid 5-day vacation after the birth. It's paid by the employer.
Video: https://www.1lurer.am/hy/2021/01/29/Հայրության-արձակուրդ՝-նորածնին-խնամելու-համար-նոր-կարգը-գործում-է-հունվարի-1-ից/404603

Made in Kurtan

Astghik Charity Foundation is tasked with developing provincial communities. They built a fabric factory "Made in Kurtan" to produce winter jackets. "They are very warm and sewed with love." They are looking for young designers with ideas to produce custom-designed clothing with the designer's name on it.
https://youtu.be/Ga1rA-Y5aak
https://factor.am/333198.html

female + male = ?

"Let's install cameras and find out," said scientists. The FPWC cameras spotted another rare leopard in Armenian forests. They believe this one is a female. Scientists are excited. This is the sighting of a 4th leopard since 2013 and a first female. They still need to verify it's a female.
The male leopard "Neo" was spotted approximately in the same just a month ago. Scientists do not believe the two would stay so close to each other if both were male. (they better not be we don't need another George Soros scandal)
https://youtu.be/mjm0SgYUVHI
Full: https://armtimes.com/hy/article/205494

Museum of Russian Arts

Marine Mkhtchyan, the director of the Museum of Russian Arts, says the museum will organize a number of educational programs and exhibitions in Yerevan. There will be a collab with Armenian museums.
Negotiations are currently underway with the Tretyakov Gallery to display Mikhail Vrubel's "Demon and Angel with Tamara's Soul" painting. Sketches by different artists will be presented. A collab with Sardarapat Museum will present Russian tea drinking and tea culture.
The "Armenian Ally" exhibition will be held in September, dedicated to Moscow Day. This exhibition will be continuous. Every year, it will touch upon a specific historical period. This year the museum will present art about the 19th century, the Lazaryan family, the formation of the Armenian community.
The year will end with an exhibition about Russian Christmas Tree decorations. 19th and 20th-century pieces will be presented.
Classes for engraving will be taught in Armenia's provinces.
Visitors will use VR headsets to walk inside a painting of a famous artist. This practice is common in the world; the Musem of Russian Arts made the debate in Armenia.
Full: https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1041787.html

Artsakh refugee children entertain fellow refugee children

Refugee kids in Gyumri organized a Պոչատ աղվես-based performance in Gyumri's Մտորումների թատրոն. They were allowed to decorate the scene besides performing in it. The event for hundreds of children across multiple cities is organized by Jinishyan and Galust Gyulbenkyan Foundations.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1041789.html

All Armenia Fund donates warm bedding to Artsakh refugees

The www.HimnaDram.org purchased and sent the items to 200 families. They were sewed by Artsakh refugees living in Tsakhkadzor who found jobs at a small fabric facility as part of the Project Hope initiative.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1041855.html

top-10 bestseller children's books in December

10) Cat and Dog, by Hovhannes Tumanyan.
9) Frozen heart, Disney classic.
8) Harry Potter and the Political Prisoner of Azkaban, by JK Rowling.
7) tele-trip, by Lilith Hakobyan
6) the 3 little pigs (0% YoY)
5) Չարի վերջը, by Hovhannes Tumanyan.
4) Harry Potter and the Chamber of Commerce, by JK Rowling.
3) kolobok
2) Harry Potter and the Smart Stone, by JK Rowing.
1) Հայկական հեքիաթներ, collection from various authors.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1041490.html

donations to Artsakh & recovering soldiers

www.1000plus.am (recovering soldiers & their families)
www.HimnaDram.org (for Artsakh & Armenia)
www.ArmeniaFund.org (U.S. tax-deductible)

archive of older news

http://www.armeniapedia.org/wiki/Daily_Anti-Corruption_Reports

disclaimer

All the accused are considered innocent unless proven guilty in the court of law, even if they "sound" or "appear" guilty.

Nov/24/2020 news wrap-up: \\ War in Artsakh (Karabakh) \\ Russian reporter reveals details about last battles for Shushi, weapons used, drone warfare \\ soldiers' families receive aid \\ Red Cross to expand its work \\ politics & foreign affairs \\ economy \\ healthcare \\ other news...

Your 16-minute Tuesday report in 3971 words.

WarGonzo reporter Semyon Pegov shares info about Shushi, Armenian drones, Azeri snipers, Israeli tech:

Shushi battles
The battles for Shushi were very heavy. At some point, Armenians mobilized and brought many soldiers. Hundreds have died in and around Shushi. With the presence of peacekeepers, it's possible to recover the bodies. This is tedious work.
Armenians had some 200 soldiers in Shushi at the time of signing the document on November 9th. They were mostly in two areas: the hill with a cross and the prison building. The reinforcements with 400 soldiers were supposed to arrive in the morning but at 5 am they were told that the war was stopped.
When were Azeris able to infiltrate Shushi? On November 6th I was in Shushi and there was not a single Azeri, despite fake news from Azeri media about raising a flag. Around 4 pm we moved to outskirt near Qarin Tak, which was already a "buffer zone".
Army spokesman Artsrun Hovhannisyan was telling the truth about the battles around Shushi. I was there and saw it myself. We got caught up in a firefight when Armenians were cleaning up the outskirt on November 6th.
Around 20 special forces tried to infiltrate Shushi. Armenians used drones to locate and conduct airstrike against them. There were also Armenian drones with bombs that were supposed to be used. Around this time our group of reporters had to leave Shushi because it was dangerous.
Then another - much larger - group of infiltrator special forces were discovered. They attacked the highway and tried to infiltrate but were stopped. That night, on the morning of November 7th, around six professional snipers infiltrated the city and kept the street under fire.
Six snipers cannot control a city, yet Aliyev claimed the city was already under their control. Those snipers were countered with Armenian anti-sniper units. Some of the infiltrators were killed. On November 7th Shushi was "cleared" of these infiltrators.
More groups kept approaching Shushi through the Hell Gorge while being mauled by hundreds and hundreds of Armenian artillery strikes. As we know, Aliyev doesn't care about his soldiers' lives. When the Azeri public learns about their death toll, they will suffer not a mild but a real shock [gyorbagyor2020].
Huge forces were concentered on Shushi. They were brought there from Nakhijevan and other fronts. Azeris began retreating under Martuni because they couldn't sustain the entire front with so much focus on Shushi.
They gave over a thousand deaths to capture Shushi. On the rocky outskirt of Shushi, I saw over a hundred Azeri bodies in this location alone, in that day alone. There were battles in multiple routes towards Shushi.
The highway entering Shushi was captured by Azeris on November 8th. Armenians bypassed the captured area by going near Hell Gorge then moving north towards Shushi. Here, they killed hundreds of Azeris.
Armenians took positions near Shushi's radio towers about 2km away and shot at Azeris almost in a straight line. Not only artillery was being used, but also types of weapons I cannot disclose right now. I can only say SCUD was also used by Armenians.
Nonetheless, some Azeri groups managed to infiltrate on November 8th. It wasn't completely captured by them. Those who left Shushi upon the arrival of Russian peacekeepers can verify this. Shushi was likely lost politically. I don't say this to throw rocks at politicians.
I don't know for how long Armenian resources could defend Shushi, but they could hold on to it for some time. I don't know whether it would end with a bigger tragedy or victory, though.
About the talk that "Russia abandoned Armenia"
Russia couldn't get directly involved because of Artsakh's non-independent status and the need to be balanced as an OSCE mediator. Russia sent military aid, weapons, consultation during the war. Pashinyan also mentioned this.
I have reasons to believe that the air above Stepanakert was "closed" for Bayraktars with the help of Russia. No Russian forces would do this without the Russian govt's permission. It's my assumption. Although it was for a brief period, I think it helped to save Stepanakert and other parts of Artsakh.
plot twist: Israeli drones
The drones began working again around November 8th. It had a direct impact on the November 9th signing of the agreement. These drones, however, were not Bayraktars. The Israeli drones were earlier "hacked" and could be geolocated. Israelis found a way to close the hole and use these kamikaze drones again.
The defense needed time to bypass the new Israeli protections, but there was no time anymore. You could say Israeli weapons played a crucial role in this war.
who won?
Israel is the only true winner here. They sold drones, helped the ally, flew them close to Iran borders and "laid out groundwork" for future possible action against Iran. Erdogan is no friend of Iran considering his pan-Turkic nationalist agenda.
This will benefit Israel, which considers Iran its enemy. I believe Israel helped to locate Armenian air defense systems which allowed Azeris to strike them in the first days of the war.
Armenians and Artsakh lost lands but Azerbaijan did not achieve their final goal and they failed to achieve what they have today in the timeframe that they predicated. They used Turkey's and Israel's help and couldn't defeat a small republic in 45 days. On the ground, Armenian troops were no worse than Azeris.
Does Russia win? Today there are Syrian militants hostile to Russia, closer to Russian borders. This is not a win for Russia. Sure, our peacekeepers are there and thank god for that. Artsakh locals want and trust them. Artsakh residents are "more Russian" than many Russians who live in Russia.
how the agreement was signed
Putin made an ultimatum to Aliyev: either sign the document that we created together now, or "things will happen". Aliyev asked for 20 minutes to consult with Erdogan. He wanted Turkish peacekeepers stationed in front of Russian ones, on the other side of the line of contact.
In the end, no Turkish peacekeepers were stationed. This caused a serious conflict between Erdogan and Aliyev. Erdogan was expecting more.
who will live in the new adjacent lands?
Probably the jihadists and Turkomans. They are poor. Karabakh will look like heaven compared to what they have today. Many of them live in Idlib, Syria, and get bombed by Russia daily. Sooner or later Assad will liberate these areas, so what do you do with the pro-Turkish Syrians in the north?
This migration could end up being bad for Azerbaijan itself. Syrians and Azeris have different lifestyles. People who have been under Sharia law for 9 years will move to a secular Islamic state. We already know of conflicts between Syrian mercenaries and locals in bordering Azeri villages. When their population increases, so will their ideological expansion.
Azerbaijan would need to spend lots of resources and subsidies to move the Azeri population there. They don't even have a road to Shushi. They need time to build one. Even when it's built, I don't think Azeris will leave their cities en-masse to move to live in an area close to the conflict zone.
Rustam Muradov
The chief peacekeeper is the Hero of Russia Rustam Muradov. He is a fighter. He worked on peace between Ukraine and Donbas, has fought in Syria, helped to liberate Palmyra and Deir-ez-Zor (the toughest region with lots of ISIS). He fought against men whom Aliyev and Erdogan brought from Syria, so to suggest that he could be pro-Azeri just because he is from Dagestan is wrong.
partisans
I met a 60-year old Artsakhtsi grandpa with a rifle who was headed to the front line. If you think he will go to Yerevan, build a house, and forget about the loss of his home, then you have no idea who these people are. Expect a partisan war. I won't be surprised if Armenians infiltrate deep within Azeri-controlled regions and cause problems for local administration.
status
I don't know international law but I think Armenia or Artsakh should vote and recognize a legal status for Artsakh. Putin said it's hard to help Artsakh if Armenia hasn't officially recognized it. Russia helped Crimea after it voted for independence. It's my personal opinion.
https://youtu.be/xYXhAJEgzQc

videos: artillery strikes near Shushi

Armenian soldiers shared a video that claims that Iskander (or other sources say SCUD) and Smerch were used against Azeris on Shushi outskirts. [the fired general Movses Hakobyan had also claimed Armenians used Iskander but didn't specify when and where]
https://youtu.be/vPUb8Puf3E8
https://youtu.be/v29U_i3ANTY

Corruption Prevention Committee asks Parliament to suspend Tsarukyan

Pashinyan administration created the Corruption Prevention Committee (CPC) institute last year to fight corruption. It consists of 4 board members: 1 nominated by the ruling party, 2 by opposition parties, 1 by the judicial branch.
Its job is to find a conflict of interest and vet public officials. CPC has asked the Parliament to consider taking action against BHK leadeMP Gagik Tsarukyan.
The Parliament voted to ask the Constitutional Court to strip Tsarukyan from his MP mandate. Tsarukyan is accused of running a business empire (Multi Group, etc.), which is against the law that prohibits MPs from simultaneously being businessmen due to conflict of interest.
Tsarukyan argues his allies are running his companies and they make all the decisions, and that this is a political witch-hunt against him. His critics point out that he even "slipped up" a few times and "admitted" that he still runs the companies.
[Tsarukyan is Armenia's known wealthiest man and a former oligarch (many argue he still is) who runs multiple companies while maintaining political power. Earlier this year he was charged with buying voters in the 2017 elections and tax evasion. That investigation began in 2019 from an unrelated incident, in which a construction company, allied with Tsarukyan, paid a bribe to Yerevan official. The NSS raided the construction company and found paperwork, including names, allegedly showing that the company was paid by Tsarukyan to buy voters in 2017. There was at least one witness testimony.
In a separate incident, Tsarukyan's right-hand man Arustamyan was charged with paying a large bribe to the former regime (UCOM case) to exempt Tsarukyan's business from taxation. The same right-hand-man was also charged with stealing large sums from the budget meant for building the North-South highway in Armenia.]
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035742.html , https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035800.html , https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035809.html , https://www.armtimes.com/hy/article/201575

politics & molitics

12:45: the former Constitutional Court judge Kim Balayan (the judge in WikiLeaks case who was reportedly influenced by Kocharyan regime in 2008) has joined opposition ARF leader Gegham Manukyan and will hold a hunger strike. He demands Pashinyan's resignation.
He believes Pashinyan did not have the right to sign the agreement without the Constitutional Court's approval. [other believe it's merely a statement rather than a legally binding agreement].
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035744.html , https://www.armtimes.com/hy/article/201529
14:20: The Justice Ministry, Armenian representative in the European Court for Human Rights, the NSS, and the Central Bank held a meeting to discuss legal steps regarding Azerbaijan's involvement of Syrian jihadists in the war.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035757.html
14:40: Himnadram released a report about the donation fund. $53m has already been transferred to state coffers.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035761.html
15:07: the government shakeup continues. Finance Minister Tigran Khachatryan and deputy Defense Minister Makar Ghambaryan are out.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035765.html , https://www.armtimes.com/hy/article/201558
15:10: Education Ministry will issue grants to nine schools located near borders to reinforce their security walls and built bomb shelters. The "Safe school" project was launched in 2019 and has helped 6 schools so far.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035767.html
16:17: Mother See of Holy Ejmiatsin church will form a new office tasked with working with international colleagues to protect Armenian religions and cultural sights that are under Azeri control.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035774.html
17:01: ruling QP party held a session. Artsakh President Arayik was also present to discuss the Artsakh aid topic. Opposition media had earlier circulated rumors that Arayik wants to resign, which is why he went to Moscow yesterday to discuss the "terms". The ruling party said no such topic was discussed during today's meeting.
The party discussed ways to keep families informed about missing soldiers. "Instead of having them go from one building to another, they should stay home and we should inform them twice a day about the progress," said a QP MP.
Three QP MPs will travel to Russia for meetings.
https://www.armtimes.com/hy/article/201556 , https://www.armtimes.com/hy/article/201553
18:28: Pashinyan presented the new Education Minister Vahram Dumanyan. "We need to reform our mentality to achieve our goals," said the Pashinyan.
https://www.armtimes.com/hy/article/201566
21:38: when will the government end the Martial Law? When the army sends a clear signal that it's OK to do so, said a ruling party MP. They will hold a Parliamentary discussion tomorrow. The opposition parties have been asking for its suspension because it prevents them from holding legal demonstrations.
https://www.armtimes.com/hy/article/201586
21:59: the police found Kalashnikov and 100 bullets in a car during a checkpoint stop in Yerevan. Several similar incidents were recorded across Armenia.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035811.html , https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035807.html

Withdrawal from "Kelbajar"

Armenian troops began withdrawing from the north-western part, which is one of the 7 adjacent regions to Nagorno-Karabakh. They took the "Welcome to Artsakh" sign with them so Azeris wouldn't vandalize. The process is monitored by the Red Cross.
The army also blew up a military facility before leaving.
Boom: https://youtu.be/2grJnVYB47w
Withdrawal video: https://youtu.be/AXz1AWBTbg8
Patrick Lancaster interviews soldiers in Artsakh: https://youtu.be/-cpWoQ0AfpY
https://factor.am/313594.html

foreign response & diplomacy

The French city of Դեսին-Շարպիո has urged the govt to officially recognize Artsakh. The resolution mentions Azerbaijan's recruitment of Syrian jihadists and war crimes against Artsakh civilians.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035739.html
Spanish Congress has accepted another resolution from Jon Inarritu, who stayed in Artsakh during the war.
The resolution reaffirms deep friendship with the Armenian people, emphasizes the need to protect Armenian cultural and religious centers in the territories under Azeri control
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035726.html
MFA Ayvazyan discussed Artsakh topic with the Deputy Secretary of State Biegun.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035802.html
President Sarkissian visited Jordan where he met King Abdallah and the local Armenian community.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035781.html , https://www.armtimes.com/hy/article/201514
Putin called Pashinyan and Aliyev to discuss Artsakh and details from the recent visit of the Russian envoy to AM and AZ.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035793.html

choo choo, mothe******r

Yerevan is still working on purchasing new buses so you won't bend over to a complete stranger for half an hour in marshutka. The competition to win a license to build the buses will begin next month.
Two companies participated in the first bid earlier. None were accepted due to poor technical specifications and lack of documents.
Meanwhile, Yerevan is also importing mid-sized 8-meter buses larger than marshutkas but smaller than the regular long buses.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035773.html

2021 is canceled, forever 2020

Yerevan municipality was supposed to spend $210,000 on New Year's celebrations. They decided to give it to Stepanakert for infrastructure repairs. Additionally, several organizations run by Yerevan will have their budgets slashed and redirected to Stepanakert.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035741.html

sappers & aid

Russian sappers continue to remove the mines from the main roads, settlements, and in between their outposts. The risky areas will be mapped. Sappers received equipment from Russia.
The second convoy of Russian humanitarian aid with 22 trucks has arrived in Artsakh.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035732.html , https://www.armtimes.com/hy/article/201569

edited videos

NSS has found that some of the videos recently circulated from Azerbaijan, allegedly showing Armenian POWs, were fake. Some were designed for psychological warfare. The agency urges internet users not to take everything they come across on social media for granted.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035727.html

wine from Hadrut

"Kataro" wine is produced in Artsakh's Hadrut region which is occupied by Azerbaijan. The product is now considered scarcity, so those who own some bottles began selling it for 5x the price.
https://www.panarmenian.net/arm/news/288039/

two churches

Dadivank and Amaras are two famous Armenian churches from the early Christian period. They are located outside of Nagorno-Karabakh territory per-1990s map, therefor the area has to go under Azeri control. Russian Kommersant outlet was able to verify that the two monasteries are under Russian peacekeepers' control.
www.civilnet.am/news/2020/11/24/Ամարասը-ռուս-խաղաղապահների-վերահսկողության-ներքո-է/409602

process to find missing soldiers & POWs

The process to find POWs and bodies continues. The Red Cross will spend $49m in the Karabakh area instead of the planned $11m. They'll hire 500 more workers.
"Both sides can find the bodies within their territories, but they cannot collect them from the buffer zone," said Red Cross. Today they visited Armenian POWs in Azerbaijan.
Families of missing soldiers gathered in front of the Defense Ministry then the Russian embassy with the hope to learn news about their relatives. They wrote a letter to Russia asking to secure the ability to collect bodies from areas under Azeri control.
"The process of exchanging prisoners depends first of all on the Azerbaijani side. We will work with international colleagues," said Artsakh HR Ombudsman Beglaryan.
Artsakh MFA met Red Cross representatives to discuss the process of finding missing soldiers.
Pashinyan met the family members of missing soldiers and POWs to discuss the location, identification and searching process.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035743.html , https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035751.html , https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035753.html , https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035778.html , https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035803.html , https://www.armtimes.com/hy/article/201511 , https://www.armtimes.com/hy/article/201592

20-year-long monthly aid for soldiers' families

104 families of fallen soldiers have already received aid from "1000plus" Soldiers' Insurance Fund. The Fund processes only several dozen cases a week because the process requires familial/marital relation verification and document collection. The local authorities will help to expedite the process.
Families of deceased or 1st-degree disabled soldiers receive a one-time 10 million Drams ($21,000), followed by a monthly $400-$600 payments for the next 20 years. Those with less severe disabilities receive half of the aforementioned aid. Those with over 3 children receive an extra $200/mo.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035754.html
Workers in Armenia are required to pay 1000 Drams from paycheck towards the "1000plus" Soldier's Fund. The Fund had earlier urged businesses to "double" the amount by matching whatever is paid by workers. Dozens of businesses join this initiative every week. "Some large businesses began responding. This could encourage others."
(you can donate at www.1000plus.am)
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035758.html

they protect the land

The army awarded several soldiers for acts of bravery. Lt Colonel Balayan organized a defense and reconnaissance, destroyed 1 tank, 1 armored vehicle, and 1 transport vehicle.
Private Verdyan evacuated wounded soldiers while under enemy fire.
Dozens more: https://www.armtimes.com/hy/article/201537
The History Museum of Armenia is collecting photos of soldiers who died fighting, as part of an archive to be presented later.
https://www.armtimes.com/hy/article/201588

watch out, this kid will rip you off

$2 for a single walnut? NAY. $2 for a single walnut with proceeds donated to soldiers? SIGN ME UP.
Armavir resident Vahe has been selling walnuts. He collected 4 million Drams for soldiers.
Interview with Vahe: https://www.armtimes.com/hy/article/201580

nature protection

The Nature Ministry found 28 instances of businesses illegally exploiting or harming nature between November 2-13. They were issued 13 million in penalties.
https://www.armtimes.com/hy/article/201572

regional kerfuffle

Erdogan is under internal pressure by opposition again over the worsening economy and COVID response. "If we don't implement a 2-week quarantine, things will go under control."
UNICEF 2020 placed Turkey at the bottom when it comes to working with children. A third of children are poor. Only 53% are happy with their lives; 90% in Netherland, 89% in Mexico.
720,000 kids are part of child labor, some as little as 5 years of age.
11,446 is the number of 16-year-olds who married last year. "Even in Ottoman Empire the age of marriage was 17 for girls and 18 for boys," says opposition.
Internal and foreign debt exceeded 1 trillion Liras in 2018, and 1.9 trillion in 2020. "Bad borrowing policy led to an extra 135 billion Lira debt. This is what Erdogan's presidential system and his son-in-law's stubbornness brought us."
Turkish Lira began strengthening after Erdogan's son-in-law Borat Albayrak left the Minister's position. However, Lira began declining again on November 23th, reaching 8.58 per $1.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035759.html , https://factor.am/313768.html

Armenia's GDP under COVID

GDP shrank by -9.1% in 3Q year-over-year.
It grew +39% (thirty-nine) in 3Q compared to 2Q, due to post-COVID lockdown recovery.
In the July-September period, the GDP Per Capita was $1,212.
Share of GDP by industry in 3Q: agriculture & fishing 17%, Manufacturing Industry 12%, trade & auto repair 11%, construction 7%, real estate 7%, financial & insurance 6%.
Full: https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035718.html

inflation & economy

As the economists predicted earlier, the COVID, war, and devaluation of neighboring countries' currencies will put pressure on the Armenian Dram. Too valuable means the products you produce are non-competitive abroad, while cheap Dram means social issues for the general population. It needs to be balanced.
Today $1 was worth 512 Drams, compared to 495 last month. The Central Bank says they're monitoring the trend and will take steps to keep the prices and financial stability.
"We also had some devaluation in the initial COVID period. Today we have some uncertainty, which contributes to devaluation. Investors are less likely to use the resources. However, inflation will be manageable. It's within the limit set by the Central Bank," said a Parliamentary official Artak Manukyan.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035734.html , https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035791.html , https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035791.html

free breast cancer drugs

Earlier this year, the Healthcare Ministry began providing free "Her2" breast cancer medication to women. 132 patients are being treated. "They receive treatment in accordance with international guidelines. In the coming years, will be healthy and return to their daily lives fully."
Before the medication became free, 40% of women would reject the treatment due to high costs. This would lead to metastasis within 2 years. A 12-month treatment will reduce the chance of metastasis by 50%.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035769.html , https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1007671.html

don't waste water

A subsidized infrastructure upgrade in Lusaghbyur will allow villagers to expand irrigated lands by 35 hectares, reduce water usage and waste, restore a local water network. 98 farms will be connected to the network.
https://www.armtimes.com/hy/article/201590

diasporans picking tomatoes

A group of Armenian diasporans visited Armenia to participate in a charity agricultural initiative.
https://youtu.be/s8VqOGztMSc?t=17
https://hetq.am/hy/article/124678

sports news

Something happened, and soccer star Henrikh Mkhitaryan began playing well again. 8 games, 5 goals, 4 goal passes for Parma. The fans declared him the best player in the match against Parma.
There is talk about extending his contract with Roma by the end of this year, says La Gazzetta Dello Sport.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035725.html , https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035764.html
Skilling Open 2020 chess tournament continues among the top players. Levon Aronyan is at 12th place. Dutch Anish Giri continues to lead.
The tournament was created by Magnus Carlsen. Executive director Magnus Carlsen. Producer Magnus Carlsen. В главных ролях, Магнус Карлсен.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035724.html

COVID stats & news

+1977 tested. +813 infected. +26 deaths. +3845 healed. 26069 active.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035729.html
Healthcare Ministry: the numbers from the past week indicate a reduction of infections. We went from 2k daily cases during the war, to 1.4k nowadays. We saw this decline during the first wave, too. It's possible that it could rise again, so stay vigilant.
70-80% of the population would need to be infected for there to be a collective immunity. Our known cases are only 127k.
The WHO is aware of 6 instances of "double-infection". Its definition isn't clear right now. We don't know if they are were infected again or the first infection was never properly treated.
Already-infected people should also follow safety precautions: wash your hands, wear a mask, stay away from others. We're headed to the flu season in addition to COVID.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035721.html
Five experts from WHO traveled to Armenia to help treat patients in serious condition.
https://www.armtimes.com/hy/article/201565
New COVID rules for funeral services. The director will have to appoint a supervisor responsible for sanitizing the area, ensuring there is running water, air ventilation three times a day, etc.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035749.html
Russia will involve 40,000 volunteers this year to test the SPUTNIK 5 corona-vaccine. The initial results indicate a 91.4% success rate within 28 days and 95% within 42 days.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1035790.html

you can help Artsakh & Armenia

www.1000plus.am (soldiers' medical help)
www.HimnaDram.org (for Artsakh & Armenia)
www.ArmeniaFund.org (U.S. tax-deductible)

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Nov/5/2020 wrap-up: \\ War in Artsakh (Karabakh) \\ more cities recognize Artsakh's independence \\ EU officials call for sanctions against Aliyev; war crimes & POW executions \\ UN Security Council veto \\ battlefield & analysis \\ donations & rallies \\ combat footage \\ gyorbagyor \\ diplomacy


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in-n-out

Syrian SOHR agency says Turkey has recently sent 230 more Syrian militants to fight for Azerbaijan. Meanwhile, 342 militants left everything and returned to Syria. Another 9 were identified dead yesterday.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1034030.html

re: the failed UN Security Council meeting on October 20

The Security Council, which has the exclusive right to intervene, held a meeting and was supposed to rule on enforcing ceasefire but one of the five (China, France, Russia, UK, USA) permanent members "sabotaged" the vote, thus approving only a general statement by the Council. It's not clear who vetoed and why.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1034046.html

re: NSS agents engaging with Azeri army

The National Security Services agents' team engaged with the Azeri army and published the video yesterday. It was posted here but without details. Here is the breakdown:
An Azeri armored vehicle drives forward, presumably to help their troops who are in a Toyota pickup, commonly used by Syrian jihadists.
The armored vehicle reaches/passes the Toyota and uses a machine gun to fire at Armenian soldiers who are somewhere in front (left side of the video, invisible). Azeri bullet traces are seen hitting the ground.
The driver decides to retreat. He makes a U-turn but at the 1:04 mark, he gets hit with an Armenian RPG. On the far-left corner, there is a small white cloud that may or may not show the Armenian soldier's firing position.
Now the Azeri vehicle is disabled and burning. He continues to use the machine gun attached to the roof against Armenians who have, at this point, ambushed him from multiple corners. [video cuts]
An Azeri tank rushes to help. It reaches the destroyed Azeri armored vehicle and stops to engage with Armenians. At that moment, from the left side, another Armenian soldier fires an RPG and disables the tank. You can see the little grey cloud/air-distortion caused by the missile as it travels through the air towards the tank at the 2:08 mark.
The third Azeri armored vehicle, that was accompanying the tank, decides to escape. Fate unknown.
https://youtu.be/VQXXxitIpd0

the sale of drone components to Turkey

ANCA has identified the international companies that sell components to Turkish Bayraktar drones and organized a campaign to suspend the sales. Several companies (Wescam, Garmin, and Trimble) have agreed.
http://anca.org/assets/pdf/BayraktarDrone_US_Nato_Technology.pdf
http://asbarez.com/198235/anca-taking-action-against-manufacturers-of-us-parts-found-in-turkish-drones-used-by-azerbaijan-to-kill-civilians-in-artsakh-and-armenia/

few things from yesterday

The ex-president of Bolivia Evo Morales released a video in support of Artsakh and Armenia. Bolivia recognized the Armenian Genocide under Morales's presidency.
https://twitter.com/norsevanok/status/1324105343371251712
Azeri Colonel Hafiz Agaev was killed in a vehicle; he was one of the commanders of reconnaissance units. Later, reports arrived about the deaths of Lt. Colonels Gharib Bakhshaliyev and Musaev Sayid Suleimanoglu.
https://t.me/voenkorKotenok/23565 , https://twitter.com/301_AD/status/1324083010736693248?s=20 , https://factor.am/305418.html , https://youtu.be/-s62valwmiU?t=23

November 5 // battlefield & analysis // diplomacy & international response // donations & demonstrations

2:33: the Canadian city Laval has officially recognized the independence of Artsakh. It urges the Canadian govt to recognize the need for the "secession for salvation" principle.
m.e.r.c.i.: https://t.me/reartsakh/6053 , https://t.me/infocomm/25463
9:02 Artsakh govt: the enemy resumed bombing civilian settlements in the morning. Heavy artillery was used against Martuni and Shushi.
https://t.me/infocomm/25460
9:17 Russian WarGonzo reporter: a fog is forming over Stepanakert. There is an operation to neutralize the Azeri infiltrators in the "Hell Gorge" [near Shushi]. It's hard work, but the boys don't whine and don't give up. To those who helped at least a little, the boys are saying thank you. They are standing here right now.
https://t.me/wargonzo/3952
10:01 army: the night was stable-tense. The enemy was active in the east, southeast, and south. Numerous attacks were successfully repelled. Azeris sustained significant human and equipment losses.
Two Azeri groups attacked in the north but they were detected and destroyed in a timely manner. They are making more attempts. Our army is in control of the operative-tactical situation across all fronts.
https://t.me/infocomm/25461
9:51: Co-chairs of the Swiss-Armenia Parliamentary Friendship Group wrote a letter to both Swiss chambers, urging them to officially recognize Artsakh "just as it was done with Kosovo".
The letter mentions Azeri-Turkish war crimes against civilians and the targeting of religious and cultural sights.
The letter was signed by three Swiss MPs, including the Speaker of the Swiss Parliament Isabelle Moret, and one MP representing each chamber.
https://news.am/arm/news/611608.html
11:00: Artsakh refugee women held a protest in front of the German embassy in Yerevan. They criticized the close relations between Turkey and Germany and the lack of steps to end the aggression by their ally. Their request to meet an embassy delegation was turned down, after which they tore the letter that they had prepared.
Protesters held signs depicting Angela Merkel hugging Erdogan, who bore Adolf Hitler's resemblance.
Interview with a refugee:
https://youtu.be/1wyB4rywc4Q
https://factor.am/305216.html , https://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=emb_title&time_continue=4&v=LghbDEYOIZU
12:13: Berdzor and Shushi cities are being bombed.
https://factor.am/305281.html
12:22: Zolakar residents are helping Artsakh. Kesoyan family donated $77,000 to Artsakh refugees and www.HimnaDram.org . Diasporans donated millions of Rubles.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1033986.html
12:31 army: at around 10:30, Azeris used armored vehicles to attack the eastern front. We repelled it and threw them back. Azeris lost 1 armored vehicle, 1 truck, and a large number of soldiers.
https://factor.am/305291.html
12:54: Australian Institute of Holocaust and Genocide Studies is concerned about the growing risk of genocide against the native population of Artsakh, said the institute, and urged the Australian govt to take action against war crimes.
"Since 27 September 2020, Azerbaijan, supported by Turkey, has launched aggressive attacks against the region of Artsakh, including attacks targeting Armenian civilians.. [full statement in link]."
https://www.facebook.com/AIHGS/posts/3585471034843937 , https://factor.am/305287.html
12:59 Italian conductor Gianluca Marcianò: The best gift for my birthday would be the recognition of Artsakh by the world and the immediate end of the war. Stay strong.
https://style.news.am/arm/news/74753/tsnndyans-orva-lavaguyn-nvery-kliner-ashkharhi-koxmic-arcakhi-tchanachumn-u-paterazmi-anhapax-avarty-italaci-dirizhor-janluka-marchiano.html
13:04 Mark Hendrix, Councilman of Mechelen, Belgium: Baku knows that their soldiers act inhumanely and against the rules of war. I don't know why the EU and NATO are still silent about the targeting of civilians. The targeting of journalists is unacceptable.
Full: https://news.am/arm/news/611641.html
13:15 president Arayik: I visited Shushi today and met the defenders of the city to discuss the defense strategy. The defensive fortifications created by the joint efforts of professional soldiers and volunteers, and the boys' determination, inspire hope that every effort will be made to keep the fortress city safe.
Shushi, with its rich cultural values and traditions, is one of the greatest legacies we have inherited from our ancestors, and we must pass it on to our generations in the same Armenian spirit. Special thanks to "Hero of Artsakh" Colonel-General Seyran Ohanyan.
https://factor.am/305347.html
13:23: Russian-Armenians sent 50 tons of humanitarian aid, medicine, clothing. The Union of Armenians in Russia has donated 200m Rubles.
https://factor.am/305342.html , https://news.am/arm/news/611705.html
13:25: president Sarkissian to Swedish Sveriges Radio: the international community is not reacting decisively enough to the outbreak of the war. World leaders underestimate Turkey's role in the conflict.
More: https://factor.am/305356.html
13:24: Artsakh president issued posthumous Medal of Courage to ten policemen who died defending the borders since September 27th.
https://factor.am/305468.html
13:53 Education Ministry: 33,000 children in Artsakh and some parts of the Republic of Armenia had their education interrupted due to the war.
The education reforms, which began before the war, envision changes in the military education curriculum in [higher] schools. There will be closer cooperation with military camps for hands-on practice. This will also apply to basic civil defense education in schools.
https://youtu.be/sW-Yt1V1tvU , https://youtu.be/ucXMJVlO4sc , https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1034010.html
13:58 European Parliament MP Rob Roos: The Armenians are going through very difficult times. I am calling on the EU to condemn the aggression from Azerbaijan and Turkey against Armenia in the strongest possible sense.
https://twitter.com/Rob_Roos/status/1323982128221245442 , https://factor.am/305362.html
14:37: Arpi grabbed the media attention after joining the army training with full makeup on. She isn't the only woman in the volunteer squad. Azeri outlets described her as a "terrorist sniper".
Mini-documentary: https://youtu.be/J7qzfbdoLgQ?t=7
15:05: Spanish MP John Inarritu released a video from the Stepanakert hospital bombed by Azerbaijan and urged the world to "stop the genocide by Azerbaijan and Turkey."
https://youtu.be/Og-M5JjisJ0
15:45: army released a clip to pay tribute to Yezidi-Armenians who volunteered to join the army. The latest unit is named after Qyaram Sloyan, the Yezidi-Armenian soldier who died defending his position in 2016 and was subsequently beheaded by an Azeri officer, who received a medal by Azeri President Ilham Aliyev.
https://youtu.be/lELgHuwxryg?t=6
15:58: Italy is on fire! STEAMROLL! Two more Italian towns have officially recognized Artsakh. The Armenian embassy has thanked the municipalities of Drania and Bleggio Superiore.
https://factor.am/305507.html
15:59: Rock singer Marine Manasyan's November 19th concert will donate the proceeds to Artsakh.
https://style.news.am/arm/news/74754/marine-manasyany-baregortsakan-hamerg-kunena-i-ajakcutyun-arcakhi.html
16:00 army: Azerbaijan has so far lost 7,290 soldiers, 257 drones, 723 tanks and armored vehicles, 25 aircrafts, 16 helicopters, 6 TOS.
https://factor.am/305510.html
16:27: another photo evidence shows that Azerbaijan placed their artillery units too close their own civilian settlements. Only 50 meters away from Askipara village. This endangers the civilians.
https://news.am/arm/news/611678.html
16:44: a group of 34 Czech Parliament MPs expressed solidarity with Armenians, condemned the use of illegal weapons against Artsakh civilians, condemned Turkey's involvement, and the import of ISIS and other terrorists in the region.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1034023.html
17:02: Lithuanian Yonishkis city mayor Vitalijus Gailius criticized the Lithuanian government's "passive role in South Caucasus". He expressed solidarity with Armenians.
Full: https://www.facebook.com/vitalijus.gailius.92/posts/883532682180959
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1034035.html
17:37 Investigative Committee: there are confirmed 21 Armenian POW soldiers in Azerbaijan. Data about two others is being clarified. Sometimes photos are being uploaded showing crimes against the POWs. We have contacted relevant bodies about this.
We are taking steps to find and establish a connection with the relatives of the two arrested Syrian militants but it's hard because they don't have a phone/connection; we're working with Syrian officials.
We launched a felony investigation against the "Qarabag" Azeri soccer club official Ibrahimov for encouraging the genocide of Armenians.
https://factor.am/305592.html , https://youtu.be/Rv6Ib0DesrU , https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1034057.html , https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1034058.html
18:05: Iran is moving additional military equipment near its northern borders with Artsakh.
https://t.me/ir_Azariha/11480 , https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1034043.html
18:14 Russian MFA: Moscow has received information about the transfer of militants from the Middle East to Nagorno Karabak. Their hands are dipped in blood. These are extremist mercenaries. They believe in the ideology of jihadism. This is worrying because it could lead to the formation of a terrorist enclave in the Caucasus.
We urge both sides to exercise restraint, not to allow foreign intervention [Turkey], and to take practical steps towards a ceasefire.
https://factor.am/305590.html , https://factor.am/305581.html
21:11: Ilham Aliyev criticized Russia and France for a "bias" after they pointed out the presence of 2,000 Syrian jihadists in Azerbaijan.
"It is a pity that high-ranking officials of countries that are supposed to remain neutral refer to unverified rumors. More than a month has passed, but we have not been provided with any evidence [of Syrian mercenaries].
So why do they turn a blind eye to what is happening on the Armenian side and how many mercenaries are fighting on the Armenian side? [that's how he describes Armenians returning home from abroad]", said Alieyv.
https://news.am/arm/news/611730.html
18:53: The U.S. city of Englewood Cliffs (New Jersey) has officially recognized the independence of Artsakh. The resolution also condemns the Turkish-Azeri aggression.
Another New Jersey city (Fort Lee) had earlier recognized it, while New Jersey Senate has a resolution that condemns Azerbaijan for the attack.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1034050.html
18:59 Artsakh govt: Azerbaijan bombed civilian areas of Martuni. GRAD was used against Shushi. Capital Stepanakert was bombed twice today.
Photos: https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1034051.html
19:50: welcome to Yerevan metro. Would you like to write a letter to a random soldier on the front lines? Here is a pen, paper, and a mailbox:
https://youtu.be/i18CiU47NJo?t=31
19:52: Artsakh govt has issued awards to dozens of members of reconnaissance and special forces soldiers. The details are kept secret due to the nature of their job.
https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=377768673425455
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1034054.html
20:00 army: several Azeri attacks were repelled throughout the day. Small groups of infiltrators were found and destroyed with our snipers and other methods near Qarin Tak (not far from Shushi) and Lisagor.
An armored vehicle movement towards/accumulation Shushi was also found and destroyed. The operations to find and destroy infiltrators continue.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1034055.html
20:31: two German MPs (CDU and Free Democrats) held a press conference and urged Angela Merkel to sanction Azerbaijani president Ilham Aliyev and other officials, citing "Azerbaijan's violation of humanitarian laws that led to a humanitarian crisis."
"President Aliyev admitted during an interview to German media in late-October that his goal is to remove Armenians from Nagorno Karabakh. This is ethnic cleansing and a war crime.
Illegal cluster bombs are being used against civilians. Armenian POWs are demonstrably executed and beheaded. Each Syrian militant is paid $100 for each beheading.
The sanctions should freeze banking assets, deny entry to the EU, revoke the right to use European airlines, and to severe of ties with German and European banks," says the letter by German MPs.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1034061.html
20:54: MFAs of Russia and Germany discussed the conflict.
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1034064.html
21:14: WarGonzo published an intense video from the battles against infiltrators near Qarin Tak. Olympics Silver medalist wrestler Mihran Harutyunyan is also there.
The Armenian groups encircled the Azeri group, so the latter decided to engage in close combat. WarGonzo's Semyon Pegov and a group of Armenians received fire. One soldier was wounded. Reporter Pegov helped to evacuate him.
https://youtu.be/IZcg2bJC-yQ?t=58
21:32: Turkish state-run TV accidentally reported the truth. "Azerbaycan sivillere saldırıyor" (Azerbaijan targeted the civilians), read the giant banner on the screen. The incident caused outrage in Turkish media and social media. They noted similar "mistakes" by the same outlet.
https://factor.am/305707.html
21:53 NSS has arrested a suspected spy: Armenian citizen M.S. visited Istanbul in 2015 where he was recruited by Azeri intelligence. Upon his return to Armenia in 2019, he took steps to gather info about Armenian troops, weapon locations, etc. He tried to join the army for better info but was rejected for health issues, so he demanded a second medical examination and insisted to join the army. The suspect has confessed.
https://factor.am/305729.html
21:56: a video was uploaded claiming to show Armenians installing the Armenian flag after recapturing a position.
https://youtu.be/x9RDsG65rPo , https://t.me/sashakots/17926
22:00 army spokesman Artsrun's briefing: the battles continued nonstop all night because the Azeri infiltrator groups near Shushi forests/gorges are trying to "solve" certain problems. After meeting our army's resistance they usually refuse to engage in long battles. We were able to encircle and destroy several groups.
Azeri president says his army is attacking towards Shushi, however, there is a question, how come do we have to seek these "attackers" and destroy them one by one. During any war, you don't have to "seek" the attackers. The attacker just "comes".
Heavy battles resumed in the morning with the use of artillery. Throughout the day, in the north, center, and south, Azeris used small groups and a minimal number of armored vehicles to try to advance but were thrown back after sustaining losses.
I predict tonight will be the same. The anti-infiltrator "sanitary groups" will continue to clear the forests. We published a video of destroyed infiltrators yesterday and could publish another tomorrow.
Those Azeri infiltrators and mercenaries, who push forward with a hope to achieve a result for November 9th (National Azeri Flag Day), with a hope to uplift their spirits after days of failures, are doomed.
I don't know if it's Aliyev's or Erdogan's idea, but every neutralized mercenary and Azeri soldier has been carrying the Azeri flag. We find the flags in everyone's' pockets. Aliyev is desperately trying to uplift his nation's spirit but he doesn't realize that these groups cannot solve problems.
It's clear that the infiltrators and mercenaries won't succeed because Shushi and nearby residents are defending their settlements. Yes, the battles continue in these areas, but the situation is not dire. There are technical and logistic difficulties but Operation Gyorbagyor2020 will continue, and these gorges and forests will turn into their Hell.
For three days straight, Azeris tried to break through the Martuni area (center east) to control a highway to save their infiltrator groups who are trapped. They failed. Operation Gyorbagyor continues.
I don't know, maybe Aliyev promised large sums to anyone who can infiltrate and plant a flag in Shushi, or maybe they do so under the threat of being shot?
Q: what's the latest into on the recent battles near Qarin Tak (south of Shushi).
A: the neutralization of these groups continues. Just now I got info that a 30-member group was encircled and destroyed. Some managed to escape. Some of the infiltrators were killed while trying to climb the Qarin Tak rocks (a few km south of Shushi).
Q: how safe are the roads? Reporters Without Borders agency says 80 reporters cannot leave Artsakh safely.
A: we've mentioned before that Azeris target journalists, civilians, clinics, and churches. Nothing surprising. I spoke with many of these reporters; the army has created all the conditions for them to leave if they wish. There are no barriers. It's another question that they could be targeted while traveling but there are safer roads.
The Sotk-Qarvachar road is safe for travel, I used it yesterday and today, but it's still restricted for civilians as a precautionary measure. The Shushi road has been cleared from infiltrators and there are Armenian patrols alongside but it's still restricted for civilians for now.
The battles continue. They aren't very intense but there are certain difficulties associated with the nature of infiltration warfare. There is no easy way to face all the enemies and destroy them. Today they sneaked-in equipment near Karmis Shuka but were found and destroyed, including a vehicle that was carrying personnel.
They try to achieve even the slightest success for propaganda but as you can see our soldiers are determined. We will win.
https://youtu.be/sQSs5x0aRfg , https://youtu.be/gnYluTYGnd4 , https://youtu.be/8M1WEg0S19U
22:21: Azerbaijan has a military barrack in the suburb of Tartar city. Satellite images show the damage done to it. Azerbaijan often accuses Armenians of "targeting Tartar city".
https://t.me/reartsakh/6098
22:59 WarGonzo: I'm in Stepanakert. It's been 2-3 days the airs are clear from enemy drones. That's the "surprise" that army spokesman Artsrun had earlier promised.
https://t.me/wargonzo/3958
00:00 WarGonzo: the group of infiltrators that fired at our group near Qarin Tak earlier today has been neutralized.
https://t.me/wargonzo/3960

regional news & geopollutics

Investigators from Montenegro have uncovered yet another corruption by Ilham Aliyev's family. "SHADOWS OVER AZERBAIJAN INVESTMENT IN MONTENEGRO: Portonovi is owned by the daughter of the President of Azerbaijan"
http://www.cin-cg.me/sjenke-nad-azerbejdzanskom-investicijom-u-crnoj-gori-portonovi-je-vlasnistvo-cerki-predsjednika-azerbejdzana/
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1034063.html
Azeri opposition journalist Afgan Sadigov was sentenced to 7 years in prison for "rape". This caused a widespread outrage among opposition which demands his release.
Sadigov's wife has accused another public figure of enjoying freedom despite being charged with similar crimes because the latter "serves the pro-Armenian officials within the government." [makes sense guys?]
https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1034004.html
France had earlier banned the Turkish radical-terrorist group "Grey Wolves". Turkey responded by essentially denying that there is a Grey Wolves movement.
"To conclude from the actions of a few individuals [~400 in one district] that such a movement or formation exists, and to make an imaginary decision about it, is nothing but the latest manifestation of the contradictory psychology in which that country [France] is located. The French government has become captive to Armenian circles."
France has threatened sanctions against Turkey "for continuously making calls for violence, and unacceptable hate speech aimed against the EU."
https://factor.am/305421.html , https://armenpress.am/arm/news/1034037.html
European Commission draws up a list of potential sanctions against Turkey over the illegal East Med energy explorations in the Mediterranean. Will be decided in December.
https://thearabweekly.com/european-commission-draws-list-sanctions-against-turkey , https://factor.am/305298.html
Greece has asked Germany to place an arms embargo on Turkey and to cancel the ongoing German plans to build a "Type 214" submarine for Turkey.
https://news.am/arm/news/611629.html
BREAKING: Kim Jong un plans to grant himself the title of Generalissimos.
https://news.am/arm/news/611620.html

other news from Armenia

COVID stats. +5,402 tested. +2,413 infected. +1,324 healed. +28 death. 37,562 active.
https://factor.am/305232.html
Economy Minister: In 2021, the EAEU trade bloc will have a new mechanism to monitor the movement of trade goods. This will significantly expedite the transfer of Armenian products to Russia through Georgia's Lars checkpoint because some of the customs activities won't be necessary anymore.
https://factor.am/305551.html
Roma's midfielder Mkhitaryan leads the Serie A in the "most assists" ranking with 4 passes that resulted in goals.
https://sport.news.am/arm/news/116344/
All EU countries have ratified the EU-Armenia comprehensive cooperation Agreement (CEPA). Three countries are yet to submit the documents to Brussels to finalize it.
80% of the Agreement is already being implemented. The final ratification will unlock the other 20% and launch a dialogue with the EU on how it will be implemented.
https://factor.am/305479.html
Prices in October YoY: food & beverage +0.6%. Services +1.4%. Sugar +20%. Sunflower oil +16%. Dairy & egg +1%. Alcohol & cigarette +10%. Fruits +11%. Grains +3%. Vegetables -10%. Meat -2%. Fuel -14%. Diesel -21%.
https://hetq.am/hy/article/123975

How to help Artsakh & Armenia

www.1000plus.am (international, medical help for former soldiers)
www.HimnaDram.org (international, for Artsakh)
www.ArmeniaFund.org (U.S. tax-deductible, for Artsakh)

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Nov 4, Nov 3, Nov 2, Nov 1, October 31, October 30, October 29, October 28, October 27, October 26, October 25, October 24, October 23, October 22, October 21, October 20, October 19, October 18, October 17, October 16, October 15, October 14, October 13, October 12, October 11 , October 10, October 9 , October 8, October 7,October 6, October 5, October 4, October 3, October 2, October 1, September 30, September 29, September 28, September 27

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