In a poignant gathering, survivors of the ongoing conflict in Nagorno-Karabakh shared their harrowing experiences, highlighting the human toll of the violence and the plight of those still suffering under Azerbaijani control.
One father recounted his escape from a war-torn home after enduring a severe injury from a bomb. Despite being only days post-surgery, he traveled over 35 hours with his family, including five children, to flee Armenia, facing dire conditions without food, water, or medicine. His determination to defend Armenian culture and heritage remains steadfast, even amid Azerbaijan's efforts to erase their presence from the region.
Another survivor, Goharinehovoyan, marked the tragic anniversary of her home being bombed, which resulted in the death of her 16-year-old son. Dressed in mourning, she shared the anguish of searching for a coffin amidst the chaos of war while grappling with her own severe injuries. Her emotional plea resonated deeply as she expressed the unimaginable pain of losing a child, wishing that no mother would endure such suffering.
A young individual, whose identity was withheld for safety, spoke on behalf of a hostage currently imprisoned in Baku. This person’s father is among those detained without due process, following Azerbaijan's controversial list of \"most wanted\" Armenians. Reports indicate that these prisoners face severe restrictions, including lack of legal representation and monitored communications, with many subjected to physical and psychological torture.
The testimonies presented underscore the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the region, as families continue to bear the scars of conflict and the struggle for justice and recognition persists.