Candlelight Vigil Held in Glendale, USA, in Memory of the Victims of the Armenian Genocide

A candlelight vigil was held in Glendale, USA, in memory of the victims of the Armenian Genocide. According to Voice of America, state and city officials were present at the event, once again calling on U.S. President Joe Biden to recognize the events of 1915 as genocide.

Participants emphasized in their speeches that the Diaspora plays a significant role and has a message regarding the international recognition of the Armenian Genocide. Representatives of the Armenian community expressed hope that President Joe Biden would recognize the Armenian Genocide, thereby continuing the efforts of the Armenian people towards demanding justice.

President Joe Biden is expected to officially recognize the Armenian Genocide on April 24. Recent publications have highlighted this in American media, citing sources from the White House.