RAFFI HOVANNISIAN’S OFFICIAL VISIT TO THE MOUNTAINOUS KARABAGH REPUBLIC
20:09, February 7, 2013
On the occasion of the 25th anniversary of the Artsakh Movement, Raffi
Hovannisian left today for the Mountainous Karabagh Republic. In an
official meeting with President Bako Sahakyan, Hovannisian conveyed
his admiration for the citizens and soldiers of Artsakh, expressing
confidence that Stepanakert would soon enjoy the recognition of Armenia
and the international community. Hovannisian and Sahakyan discussed
issues of strategic and diplomatic importance to the Mountainous
Karabagh Republic.
Hovannisian also visited the Ghazanchetsots Cathedral in Shushi,
after which he toured the frontlines of the Artsakh defense. There he
spoke at length with the Armenian soldiers, answering many questions
concerning the Republic’s borders, and wished them strength and
courage in the defense of the homeland.
Raffi Hovannisian will return to Yerevan this evening.
Heritage Party Press Service
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