Ombudsman: Ilham Aliyev’s speeches generate Armenophobia and are obviously fascistic

Panorama, Armenia
Sept 7 2021

The Office of the Armenian Human Rights Defender has again registered excerpts from the public speeches of the President of Azerbaijan (given in Absheron on August 26, 2021, and in Shushi on August 31) which generate Aremonphobia and enmity. The materials in Armenian and English were sent to the National Assembly of Armenia, to the executive authorities as well as to the NGOs, for the purpose of suing them in their activities. 

As Ombudsman Arman Tatoyan reported, the studies of the Office of the Human Rights Defender and the monitoring of materials in Azerbaijani prove that the President of Azerbaijan continues to generate Armenophobia against the residents of Armenia and Artsakh, and the entire Armenian population by his public speeches and statements; the President of Azerbaijan threatens the Armenian population and makes insulting and aggressive expressions- his speeches are obviously fascistic.

“The killings, tortures and the atrocities that the servicemen of the Azerbaijani armed forces committed against the Armenian servicemen and civilians are the direct consequence of that policy. The violations of the rights of the border residents of Armenia are the direct consequences of that policy as well. Moreover, the monitoring proves that after each such speech or statement, shootings occur on the border villages of Armenia and on the Armenian positions located in their immediate vicinity; the tensions on the border increase, as a result of which servicemen are injured and killed,” according to the statement. 

It is noted that the Office of the Human Rights Defender conducts a continuous study of the speeches and statements of the Azerbaijani authorities for the purpose of documenting the evidences of their policy of Armenophobia and enmity.

The materials are studied from their primary sources in Azerbaijani and conducted for the purpose of preventing human rights violations and eliminating existing ones.

Russian peacekeepers ensure safe restoration of cell tower in Karabakh

PanArmenian, Armenia
Sept 4 2021

PanARMENIAN.Net – The servicemen of the Russian peacekeeping contingent have ensured the safe restoration of a cell tower providing about 5 thousand residents of remote regions of Nagorno-Karabakh with mobile communications and high-speed Internet, the Russian Defense Ministry reported on Saturday, September 4.

In particular, engineers repaired and restored the antenna and replaced the relay equipment in Martakert, close to the new contact line.

“Our task today is to ensure the safety of work on the cell tower, which is located near the demarcation line. The company’s management has asked the command of the Russian peacekeeping contingent in Nagorno-Karabakh to ensure the safety of the work,” said Alexander Zaitsev, a spokesperson for the peacekeeping contingent.

In certain remote areas of Karabakh, work is underway to equip cell towers with modern solar panels to ensure uninterrupted mobile communications and high-speed Internet.

The Russian peacekeepers were deployed in Nagorno-Karabakh immediately after Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, Russian and Azerbaijani Presidents Vladimir Putin and Ilham Aliyev signed a statement to end the war in Karabakh after almost 45 days on November 9, 2020. Under the deal, the Armenian side returned all the seven regions surrounding Nagorno-Karabakh, having lost a part of Karabakh itself in hostilities.

Minister Karapetyan receives Russian defense ministry’s military specialists to hold talks

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 11:32, 3 September, 2021

YEREVAN, SEPTEMBER 3, ARMENPRESS. Defense Minister of Armenia Arshak Karapetyan received on September 2 the delegation of the military specialists of the Russian defense ministry.

The delegation arrived in Armenia to participate in regular talks and discussions within the frames of the Armenian-Russian bilateral cooperation, the Armenian ministry of defense said.

Head of the Russian defense ministry delegation, Major-General Valery Zhilan informed the Armenian defense minister about the directions and scale of upcoming works, as well as specified the issues to be discussed.

During the meeting minister Karapetyan presented the framework of issues that are very important for the Armenian side.

 

Editing and Translating by Aneta Harutyunyan

Armenia’s future depends on the existence of Artsakh: The interview of Davit Babayan on the occasion of 30th anniversary

Armenia’s future depends on the existence of Artsakh: The interview of Davit Babayan on the occasion of 30th anniversary

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 17:02, 2 September, 2021

YEREVAN, SEPTEMBER 2, ARMENPRESS. Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Artsakh Davit Babayan gave an interview to ARMENPRESS on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the proclamation of the Republic of Artsakh, saying that it is an event containing a very important symbolism because the Republic of Artsakh was created, was able to defend itself and develop by the efforts of all Armenians.

‘’It is understandable that in this situation after the third war, there are a few congratulations in Artsakh, but the congratulation is mandatory, because the best offsprings  of our nation given their lives by their blood, their day and night work, by everything for the creation, development, protection and strengthening of the Republic of Artsakh. This is a very important event and the logical development of our national-liberation fight. A fight, the last stage of which started in 1988, it started and continues until now. This is a holiday, which we have to remember, celebrate, because this, at the end, is the passport Of our country’’, said the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Artsakh.

Davit Babayan emphasized in his speech that the preservation of Artsakh and the defense of Artsakh, the preservation of subjectivity of Artsakh today has a vital importance  because if Armenian Artsakh does not exist it is to a great extent dangerous for all of Armenia. According to Babayan, a number of power centers are also interested in the existence of the Republic of Artsakh.

‘’Artsakh must be a value and holiness in Armenia and diaspora. It will greatly contribute to that Artsakh will be able to stand up and be our gate. And to be able to carry out the correct geopolitical policy and have success in foreign field, we have to give importance to that in our hearts, souls, thoughts, we have to value Artsakh. I repeat Artsakh is an idea, it is not persons. The preservation of Artsakh must be a philosophy, because the future of Armenia depends on this’’, Davit Babayan mentioned, emphasizing that there is no other option than being an ideological  nation because in material field we can’t compete with Azerbaijan and Turkey.

“Armenia” faction of parliament will not participate in voting of government’s action plan

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 11:24, 26 August, 2021

YEREVAN, AUGUST 26, ARMENPRESS. The Armenia faction of Parliament will not participate in the voting of the government’s action plan, faction head Seyran Ohanyan said during today’s session.

“Given the rather poor directions in the action plan, the Armenia bloc thinks that you will adopt that action plan, therefore, we will not take part in the voting of that action plan”, he said.

 

Editing and Translating by Aneta Harutyunyan

Chess: Levon Aronian named sole leader

News.am, Armenia
Aug 29 2021

Levon Aronian made a good start at the Aimchess US Rapid online chess tournament.

The Armenian grandmaster scored 4 points and is the sole leader of the tournament table. Aronian won three victories and ended two games in a draw.

The tournament will end on September 5th.

“Armenia-Canada cooperation has great potential for furtherance” – Nikol Pashinyan congratulates Justin Trudeau

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 10:46, 1 July, 2021

YEREVAN, JULY 1, ARMENPRESS. Caretaker Prime Minister of Armenia Nikol Pashinyan sent a congratulatory message to Prime Minister of Canada Justin Trudeau on the country’s national holiday, Pashinyan’s Office told Armenpress.

The message reads:

“Dear Mr. Prime Minister,

I warmly congratulate you and the friendly Canadian people on your national holiday – Canada Day.

The friendly relations between our two countries have always been based on shared values and mutual respect. The vibrant Armenian community in Canada and our historical affinities add special relish to these ties.

I am confident that the Armenia-Canada cooperation has great potential for furtherance, and through joint efforts we will be able to outline and implement programs of mutual interest in many spheres.

The entire world faced difficulties and challenges last year. The Armenian people experienced the horrors of war in 2020. I would like to thank the Government of Canada for its valuable efforts aimed at reinstating peace and providing assistance to those affected by the conflict.

I am hopeful that as an advocate of international law and global order, Canada will continue its constructive policy in an effort to settle the unresolved issues and the security threats available in the region.

Taking this opportunity, I wish you robust health and every success, as well as prosperity and sustained progress – to the friendly people of Canada.

Please accept, Mr. Prime Minister, the assurances of my highest consideration.”

Foreign Ministry welcomes recognition of Artsakh’s independence by US state of New Jersey

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 12:48, 1 July, 2021

YEREVAN, JULY 1, ARMENPRESS. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Artsakh welcomes the recognition of Artsakh’s right to self-determination and the independence of the Republic of Artsakh by the US state of New Jersey, the ministry said in a statement.

The said resolution passed by the state’s senate condemns the 1915 Genocide, Azerbaijan’s decades-long policy of Armenophobia, the large-scale war waged by Turkey, Azerbaijan and foreign militants against the Republic of Artsakh in September of 2020, among others, thus recognizing them as components of one overarching genocidal policy.

“The document is an epitomic manifestation of morality, humanity and political honesty — values that are the most fundamental keys to lasting and sustainable peace.

We express our gratitude to the people and the legislature of the state of New Jersey, as well as the Armenian-American community and Diaspora organizations, for their commitment to the cause of justice”, the statement reads.

New Jersey officially became the 10th US state to recognize the independence of Artsakh.

Editing by Aneta Harutyunyan

Russian peacekeepers to be deployed in Gegharkunik province – Armenia Chief of General Staff

 

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 12:38, 22 June, 2021

YEREVAN, JUNE 22, ARMENPRESS. It is expected to deploy Russian peacekeepers in Gegharkunik province of Armenia, processes are underway, Chief of the General Staff of the Armenian Armed Forces Artak Davtyan told reporters.

“The final decision is not only the desire of our side, other sides are also participating, negotiations are underway. We will provide additional information about implementation and other technical issues”, he said.

He stated that they have nothing to ask Azerbaijan over the matter, but noted that there are some issues.

“We have nothing to ask Azerbaijan in our territory, but the talks are underway with the Russian side, because there are some issues, and our goal is to remove Azerbaijani troops from our territory without clashes”, Artak Davtyan said.

Asked whether some concessions in Gegharkunik are possible, he said there won’t be any concessions, adding that if the withdrawal of Azerbaijani forces is not solved by negotiations, the issue will be solved by respective actions.

 

Editing and Translating by Aneta Harutyunyan

Newspaper: Authorities want to make radical changes in Armenia diplomatic corps

News.am, Armenia

YEREVAN. – Past daily of Armenia writes: Quite interesting developments are expected at the MFA [(Ministry of Foreign Affairs)]. The thing is that, at present, the given department is literally in a state of neglect. In fact, for about a month now, this structure has neither a minister nor deputy ministers.

Expert circles, including foreign [ones], record that all this is directly connected with the short-sighted and unpredictable foreign policy activities of [acting PM] Nikol Pashinyan and his [political] team. The press has recorded more than once that, actually, Pashinyan does not trust anyone and makes every decision virtually by himself.

The situation is the same in terms of foreign policy, too. The ministry was the last to be informed that this or that document is on the table for discussion. Moreover, according to our sources at the MFA, in recent times this department was hearing about even Pashinyan’s international visits, or a meeting with a foreign official, from an official statement.

According to Past newspaper’s information, the news being circulated that Pashinyan is going to appoint [ruling party member] Ruben Rubinyan as Minister of Foreign Affairs surprised and angered most of the diplomatic corps a lot. But he is not the only candidate, to put it mildly. According to our government sources, Pashinyan considers a priority the fact that whoever is appointed [foreign] minister should carry out radical reforms [at the MFA], and especially try to get rid of all those persons who are somehow connected or associated with the former authorities, as well as those who during this time have rebelled against him. In Pashinyan’s conviction, “such personnel have created this mess at the ministry.”