Changes in Armenia's Foreign Policy and Cultural Events
The United States has stated that Russia has turned its back on Armenia. Therefore, Washington is trying to help Yerevan reduce its dependence on Moscow. In this context, it is also important news that Russian border guards have officially completed their work at Yerevan's "Zvartnots" airport, which was a demand of the Armenian government at the beginning of this year.
Regarding regional peace, European Commission President Charles Michel has called on Armenia and Azerbaijan to stop the "games" and finally sign the peace treaty. At the same time, the special representatives of Armenia and Turkey met and discussed the normalization of relations between the two countries, including the possibility of restoring the railway link.
The Artsakh issue remains on the international agenda. The Armenian National Committee of America (ANCA) gave the Biden administration an "unsatisfactory" rating, noting that the US did not take sufficient steps to prevent Azerbaijan's actions in 2023. The organization accuses Washington of arming and encouraging Azerbaijan.
The Union for the Protection of Human Rights of Nagorno-Karabakh has appealed to the Pope and UNESCO. They are requesting international intervention to ensure the safe return of forcibly displaced Armenians to their homeland and to protect the Armenian cultural heritage of Artsakh from destruction.
A significant event in cultural life is the premiere of the "Hope Rising" project by the Armenian American Museum of California, which celebrates Armenian dance and music. This enthusiasm is consistent with the famous 1996 words of 13-year-old Maral Melkonian: "I stood up, I am ready to fight for Armenia," which continue to inspire new generations today.
We conclude the news feed with community news. We regret to inform you that Lebanon-born Hasmik Kolanjian passed away on July 20. Also, the 40-day memorial service for Valentin Sarafian will be held on August 4 at the Holy Martyrs Armenian Apostolic Church.