France to host Armenian Genocide centennial event
16:15 * 07.03.15
A commemoration event dedicated Armenian Genocide is going to be held
in France as part of the ceremonies to mark the tragic crime’s
centennial.
>From March 25 to 28, the Sorbonne University will host a debate
entitled, “The Armenian Genocide in Ottoman Empire in the World War I
Period”.
An opening speech at the international event will be delivered by
French President Francois Hollande.
Citing it sources, the German publication Deutsche Welle reports that
the key event in Europe to commemorate the tragic anniversary will be
held in the French capital Paris. The City’s Holocaust Center will
open an exhibition featuring the Genocide history.
From: A. Papazian
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