BAKU, Azerbaijan, February 25. The Congress of
the Republic of Peru has adopted a statement marking the 34th
anniversary of the Khojaly genocide and honoring the memory of its
victims, Trend
reports.
The commemorative event brought together members of the
Peru-Azerbaijan interparliamentary friendship group,
representatives of the diplomatic corps accredited in Peru, and
local media outlets. The victims of the genocide were first honored
with a minute of silence.
Member of the Peru-Azerbaijan interparliamentary friendship
group, Rosangella Andrea Barbarán Reyes, extended condolences to
the people of Azerbaijan for the innocent lives lost in Khojaly and
noted that the tragedy has left a deep mark on the national memory
of Azerbaijan.
Embassy representative Gulten Gafgazli-Novruzova provided
detailed information about the Khojaly genocide and the history of
Armenian aggression, emphasizing the importance of not forgetting
the massacre and its painful consequences. She underlined the
necessity of holding all perpetrators accountable to prevent
similar tragedies in the future.
The diplomat also stated that the Khojaly tragedy has received
an appropriate legal assessment, noting that several national
parliaments, including the Congress of Peru, have adopted documents
recognizing the genocide. She expressed gratitude to the Peruvian
side for demonstrating a fair position and solidarity on this
issue.
The text of the statement adopted by the Peruvian Congress in
connection with the anniversary was then read aloud. The document
commemorates the victims of the Khojaly genocide and provides
information about the bloody tragedy, which resulted in the brutal
killing of a large number of people. It also recalls a document
previously adopted in 2013 by the Peruvian Congress condemning the
genocide.
In addition, the statement expresses support for international
efforts aimed at strengthening peace and stability in the South
Caucasus region, including a high-level meeting held at the White
House.
The statement further notes that Azerbaijanis around the world
are honoring the memory of the innocent people killed in Khojaly
and conveys deep condolences to the Government and people of
Azerbaijan on the occasion of the anniversary of the tragedy.
During the event, a documentary film about the Khojaly genocide
was screened, and participants were provided with brochures and
informational materials detailing the history of the massacre.
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