Armenian Foreign Ministry on Biden's Statement

The Armenian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a statement welcoming U.S. President Joe Biden's recognition of the Armenian Genocide.

"We welcome the message from the President of the United States dedicated to the anniversary of the Armenian Genocide, which explicitly identifies the mass atrocities inflicted upon the Armenian people in the early 20th century as genocide. It is noteworthy that resolutions recognizing and condemning the Armenian Genocide were adopted by the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate in 2019.

During the difficult days of the Armenian Genocide, the American government and people provided selfless assistance and saved numerous lives from the jaws of death. The President's message continues this strong American tradition of standing alongside truth and justice.

The recognition and condemnation of the Armenian Genocide are a universal issue. Today, U.S. authorities have unequivocally reaffirmed their commitment to the protection of human rights and humanitarian principles. This message is a significant contribution to the global recognition of the Armenian Genocide and the prevention of genocides," the Armenian Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated in its announcement.