BREAKING
Azerbaijani Court Sentences Abducted Armenian Servicemen to 11.5 Years of Imprisonment
The court in Sumgait has issued a verdict,
sentencing the abducted Armenian servicemen
to 11 years and 6 months of imprisonment.
Servicemen were taken captive by Azerbaijan
from the sovereign territory of the Republic of
Armenia on May 26.
The Criminal Prosecution of Kidnapped Armenian Servicemen by Azerbaijan is a Gross Violation of International Law: Armenian Human Rights Defender
NAGORNO-KARABAKH
- In the past week, Azerbaijan has violated the ceasefire over 4 times, including instances of opening fire on civilian objects.
- On July 9, Azerbaijan turned on the gas supply to the besieged region, after blocking it for 110 straight days. Civilians rushed to fill up their cars at gas stations. A few hours later, Azerbaijan turned off the gas again.
- On July 11, Azerbaijan again blocked Red Cross from Nagorno-Karabakh.
200 Days under Blockade: 120,000 Armenians in Open Prison
The Center for Truth and Justice (CFTJ), a 501(c) (3) U.S. nonprofit organization, has been documenting human rights violations and war crimes against Armenians since the 2020 war in Nagorno-Karabakh. CFTJ has set up fact-finding infrastructure in the region and has been collecting first-hand testimonies from victims of Azerbaijani and Turkish aggression.
The recent CFTJ report provides testimonial
evidence depicting the dire conditions endured by
those living under the Azerbaijani blockade.
The European Parliament Wants you to Act, not Read the News: French MP to Toivo Klaar
French MP Nathalie Loiseau responded to Toivo Klaar’s tweet.
Azerbaijani State Media Raises Threat of New Military Operation in Nagorno-Karabakh
Senior Armenian diplomat calls on international community to prevent new Azerbaijani provocation in Nagorno-Karabakh.
The Humanitarian Situation in Nagorno-Karabakh is Deteriorating Day by Day: Nagorno-Karabakh Human Rights Ombudsman
PHOTOS OF THE WEEK
Inside the blockade of Nagorno-Karabakh. Residents queue for milk and return home empty-handed.
Photo Courtesy of Marut Vanyan
Photo Courtesy of Marut Vanyan
UN Secretary-General’s Special Adviser on the Prevention of Genocide Calls for Free Movement through the Lachin Corridor
Alice Wairimu Nderitu, Special Adviser to the UN Secretary General on Genocide Prevention, made a speech at the Human Rights Council on July 4, specifically referring to Armenia and Azerbaijan, calling for dialogue and peace, as well as to avoid escalation of tensions. Written remarks.
The Lemkin Institute Calls U.S. Citizens to Contact their Representatives and to Support S.Res.244, the Resolution Condemning Azerbaijan’s Blockade of Nagorno-Karabakh
SECURITY
The United States is a Supporter of Peace in the South Caucasus:
US Ambassador to Armenia Kristina Kvien US ambassador to Armenia Kristina Kvien gave an interview to the First Channel of Armenia:
- “Armenia and the US already have cooperation in the field of security.”
- “The US and Armenia have the same goals in the field of democracy. In this regard, Armenia is a bright spot in the region.”
- “The US wants the final outcome of the negotiations between Armenia and Azerbaijan to be a lasting peace in the interests of the parties.”
Pashinyan to Biden: We Highly Appreciate US Efforts in Normalizing Armenia-Azerbaijan Relations
Mirzoyan During the Dubrovnik Forum: Armenia Conducts Negotiations with Azerbaijan in Good Faith, but still Faces Threats and the Real Use of Force in the Negotiation Process
Azerbaijan Again Fires at U.S. Armenian Joint Venture in Armenia
The metallurgical plant in Yeraskh, Ararat region is a joint Armenian-American project estimated to cost $70 million. The construction site has been periodically shelled by the Azerbaijani armed forces for several weeks.
U.S. State Department issues statement.
We Patrol Daily Alongside Armenia Azerbaijan Border on the Armenian Territory: EU Mission in Armenia
EU Mission in Armenia (EUMA) reports directly to Brussels on its findings concerning Armenia Azerbaijan border situation, the mission said.
Unanimous International Court Ruling Affirms Azerbaijan’s Responsibility for Unhindered Access to Lachin Corridor
ECONOMY
U.S. Assesses Feasibility of ‘Small Modular Nuclear Reactors’ in Armenia
The United States is evaluating the feasibility of small modular reactors (SMRs) in various countries, including Armenia, to enhance energy independence from Russia. Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan confirmed this and mentioned that an Armenian delegation will visit the U.S. to assess the capabilities of SMRs.
U.S. Official in Armenia to Discuss Sanctions Against Russia
A senior U.S. official met with Prime Minister Nikol Pashinian for talks that were expected to focus on Armenia’s compliance with Western sanctions imposed on Russia over its invasion of Ukraine.
The U.S. Embassy is Offering Scholarships for up to Five Armenian Students to Study Multimedia Journalism and Media Management
OPINION
Katie Porter’s Targeting of Sanctions Cheats Offers a Bipartisan Way Forward
Dr. Michael Rubin says: “More than 100 sanctioned Russian cargo ships have docked in Turkish ports since the Ukraine invasion began, according to press reports. The problem goes beyond Turkey and Azerbaijan.”
Armenia and Nagorno-Karabakh: Scarred by Genocide, Endangered by Islamist Threats
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