In a recent government meeting, discussions centered on the ongoing situation regarding the Armenian community, particularly in light of recent actions by Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. A representative highlighted a poster exhibit that includes redacted images of victims, emphasizing the patterns of behavior indicative of genocidal intent against Armenians.
The representative pointed out that both leaders have openly expressed intentions to eliminate the Armenian presence and destroy cultural landmarks, a stark escalation from historical patterns of destruction that have unfolded over decades. This rapid deterioration of the Armenian cultural presence has raised alarms, as evidence of genocidal actions and intent has been meticulously documented and presented.
The meeting also featured the announcement of a new website launched by the Armenian National Institute, designed to serve as an academic resource for educators and government officials. This platform aims to provide comprehensive information on the ethnic cleansing and destruction occurring in Nagorno Karabakh, which the representative described as the final chapter of the Armenian genocide. The website includes vetted academic resources and links to significant projects, such as one led by Professor David Phillips at Columbia University, which examines atrocities related to earlier events.
The representative underscored the importance of this evidence, particularly in establishing genocidal intent, which is often a challenging aspect to prove in such cases. The materials presented, including fact sheets and citations, aim to bolster the understanding of the ongoing crisis and the historical context of Armenian suffering.