Pope Leo XIV Meets With The Armenian Apostolic Patriarch of Constantinople

Pope Leo XIV Meets With The Armenian Apostolic Patriarch of Constantinople

Pope Leo XIV accompanied by Sahak II Marshalian, Armenian Apostolic Patriarch of Constantinople (Left) and Karekin II, Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians (right), attends a prayer visit to the Armenian Apostolic Cathedral in Istanbul, Turkey on November 30, 2025 on the fourth day of the Pope’s Apostolic Journey to Turkey. Photo by (EV) Vatican Media/ABACAPRESS.COM

Pope Leo XIV Meets Armenian Patriarch Karekin II - Castel Gandolfo

Pope Leo XIV Meets Armenian Patriarch Karekin II - Castel Gandolfo

Pope Leo XIV meets Karekin II the Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians, the supreme head of the Armenian Apostolic Church, in Castel Gandolfo, Italy on September 16, 2025. Photo by (EV) Vatican Media/ABACAPRESS.COM

Pope Leo XIV Meets Armenian Patriarch Karekin II - Castel Gandolfo

Pope Leo XIV Meets Armenian Patriarch Karekin II - Castel Gandolfo

Pope Leo XIV meets Karekin II the Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians, the supreme head of the Armenian Apostolic Church, in Castel Gandolfo, Italy on September 16, 2025. Photo by (EV) Vatican Media/ABACAPRESS.COM

Pope Leo XIV Meets Armenian Patriarch Karekin II - Castel Gandolfo

Pope Leo XIV Meets Armenian Patriarch Karekin II - Castel Gandolfo

Pope Leo XIV meets Karekin II the Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians, the supreme head of the Armenian Apostolic Church, in Castel Gandolfo, Italy on September 16, 2025. Photo by (EV) Vatican Media/ABACAPRESS.COM

Pope Leo XIV Meets Armenian Patriarch Karekin II - Castel Gandolfo

Pope Leo XIV Meets Armenian Patriarch Karekin II - Castel Gandolfo

Pope Leo XIV meets Karekin II the Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians, the supreme head of the Armenian Apostolic Church, in Castel Gandolfo, Italy on September 16, 2025. Photo by (EV) Vatican Media/ABACAPRESS.COM

Pope Leo XIV Meets Armenian Patriarch Karekin II - Castel Gandolfo

Pope Leo XIV Meets Armenian Patriarch Karekin II - Castel Gandolfo

Pope Leo XIV meets Karekin II the Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians, the supreme head of the Armenian Apostolic Church, in Castel Gandolfo, Italy on September 16, 2025. Photo by (EV) Vatican Media/ABACAPRESS.COM

Pope Leo XIV Meets Armenian Patriarch Karekin II - Castel Gandolfo

Pope Leo XIV Meets Armenian Patriarch Karekin II - Castel Gandolfo

Pope Leo XIV meets Karekin II the Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians, the supreme head of the Armenian Apostolic Church, in Castel Gandolfo, Italy on September 16, 2025. Photo by (EV) Vatican Media/ABACAPRESS.COM

Independence Declaration Anniversary of Karabakh - Yerevan

Independence Declaration Anniversary of Karabakh - Yerevan

Displaced Armenians gather in Yerevan’s central square on September 2, 2025, to mark the 34th anniversary of Nagorno-Karabakh’s 1991 independence declaration, amid ongoing calls for justice and reflection on the 2023 mass displacement. Photo by Anthony Pizzoferrato/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Independence Declaration Anniversary of Karabakh - Yerevan

Independence Declaration Anniversary of Karabakh - Yerevan

An elder looks on as the crowd holds up posters of Armenians held in captivity in Azerbaijan during a rally in Yerevan on September 2, 2025. The event marks the 34th anniversary of Nagorno-Karabakh’s 1991 independence declaration and reflects ongoing calls for justice following the 2023 mass displacement. Photo by Anthony Pizzoferrato/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Beverly Hills Armenian Genocide Day - USA

Beverly Hills Armenian Genocide Day - USA

Hundreds gather outside the Turkish Consulate in Beverly Hills, California, on April 24, 2025, demanding Turkey acknowledge the Armenian Genocide. Protesters carried Armenian flags on Genocide Remembrance Day, which honors the 600,000 to 1.5 million Armenians killed in the Ottoman Empire between 1915–1923. Photo by Ali Matin/Middle East/ABACAPRESS.COM

Beverly Hills Armenian Genocide Day - USA

Beverly Hills Armenian Genocide Day - USA

A pro-Trump protester sports an Armenian flag as Hundreds gather outside the Turkish Consulate in Beverly Hills, California, on April 24, 2025, demanding Turkey acknowledge the Armenian Genocide. Protesters carried Armenian flags on Genocide Remembrance Day, which honors the 600,000 to 1.5 million Armenians killed in the Ottoman Empire between 1915–1923. Photo by Ali Matin/Middle East/ABACAPRESS.COM

Beverly Hills Armenian Genocide Day - USA

Beverly Hills Armenian Genocide Day - USA

Hundreds gather outside the Turkish Consulate in Beverly Hills, California, on April 24, 2025, demanding Turkey acknowledge the Armenian Genocide. Protesters carried Armenian flags on Genocide Remembrance Day, which honors the 600,000 to 1.5 million Armenians killed in the Ottoman Empire between 1915–1923. Photo by Ali Matin/Middle East/ABACAPRESS.COM

Beverly Hills Armenian Genocide Day - USA

Beverly Hills Armenian Genocide Day - USA

Hundreds gather outside the Turkish Consulate in Beverly Hills, California, on April 24, 2025, demanding Turkey acknowledge the Armenian Genocide. Protesters carried Armenian flags on Genocide Remembrance Day, which honors the 600,000 to 1.5 million Armenians killed in the Ottoman Empire between 1915–1923. Photo by Ali Matin/Middle East/ABACAPRESS.COM

Beverly Hills Armenian Genocide Day - USA

Beverly Hills Armenian Genocide Day - USA

Hundreds gather outside the Turkish Consulate in Beverly Hills, California, on April 24, 2025, demanding Turkey acknowledge the Armenian Genocide. Protesters carried Armenian flags on Genocide Remembrance Day, which honors the 600,000 to 1.5 million Armenians killed in the Ottoman Empire between 1915–1923. Photo by Ali Matin/Middle East/ABACAPRESS.COM

Beverly Hills Armenian Genocide Day - USA

Beverly Hills Armenian Genocide Day - USA

Hundreds gather outside the Turkish Consulate in Beverly Hills, California, on April 24, 2025, demanding Turkey acknowledge the Armenian Genocide. Protesters carried Armenian flags on Genocide Remembrance Day, which honors the 600,000 to 1.5 million Armenians killed in the Ottoman Empire between 1915–1923. Photo by Ali Matin/Middle East/ABACAPRESS.COM

Beverly Hills Armenian Genocide Day - USA

Beverly Hills Armenian Genocide Day - USA

Hundreds gather outside the Turkish Consulate in Beverly Hills, California, on April 24, 2025, demanding Turkey acknowledge the Armenian Genocide. Protesters carried Armenian flags on Genocide Remembrance Day, which honors the 600,000 to 1.5 million Armenians killed in the Ottoman Empire between 1915–1923. Photo by Ali Matin/Middle East/ABACAPRESS.COM

Beverly Hills Armenian Genocide Day - USA

Beverly Hills Armenian Genocide Day - USA

Hundreds gather outside the Turkish Consulate in Beverly Hills, California, on April 24, 2025, demanding Turkey acknowledge the Armenian Genocide. Protesters carried Armenian flags on Genocide Remembrance Day, which honors the 600,000 to 1.5 million Armenians killed in the Ottoman Empire between 1915–1923. Photo by Ali Matin/Middle East/ABACAPRESS.COM

Beverly Hills Armenian Genocide Day - USA

Beverly Hills Armenian Genocide Day - USA

Hundreds gather outside the Turkish Consulate in Beverly Hills, California, on April 24, 2025, demanding Turkey acknowledge the Armenian Genocide. Protesters carried Armenian flags on Genocide Remembrance Day, which honors the 600,000 to 1.5 million Armenians killed in the Ottoman Empire between 1915–1923. Photo by Ali Matin/Middle East/ABACAPRESS.COM

Beverly Hills Armenian Genocide Day - USA

Beverly Hills Armenian Genocide Day - USA

Hundreds gather outside the Turkish Consulate in Beverly Hills, California, on April 24, 2025, demanding Turkey acknowledge the Armenian Genocide. Protesters carried Armenian flags on Genocide Remembrance Day, which honors the 600,000 to 1.5 million Armenians killed in the Ottoman Empire between 1915–1923. Photo by Ali Matin/Middle East/ABACAPRESS.COM

Beverly Hills Armenian Genocide Day - USA

Beverly Hills Armenian Genocide Day - USA

Hundreds gather outside the Turkish Consulate in Beverly Hills, California, on April 24, 2025, demanding Turkey acknowledge the Armenian Genocide. Protesters carried Armenian flags on Genocide Remembrance Day, which honors the 600,000 to 1.5 million Armenians killed in the Ottoman Empire between 1915–1923. Photo by Ali Matin/Middle East/ABACAPRESS.COM

Beverly Hills Armenian Genocide Day - USA

Beverly Hills Armenian Genocide Day - USA

Hundreds gather outside the Turkish Consulate in Beverly Hills, California, on April 24, 2025, demanding Turkey acknowledge the Armenian Genocide. Protesters carried Armenian flags on Genocide Remembrance Day, which honors the 600,000 to 1.5 million Armenians killed in the Ottoman Empire between 1915–1923. Photo by Ali Matin/Middle East/ABACAPRESS.COM

Beverly Hills Armenian Genocide Day - USA

Beverly Hills Armenian Genocide Day - USA

Hundreds gather outside the Turkish Consulate in Beverly Hills, California, on April 24, 2025, demanding Turkey acknowledge the Armenian Genocide. Protesters carried Armenian flags on Genocide Remembrance Day, which honors the 600,000 to 1.5 million Armenians killed in the Ottoman Empire between 1915–1923. Photo by Ali Matin/Middle East/ABACAPRESS.COM

Beverly Hills Armenian Genocide Day - USA

Beverly Hills Armenian Genocide Day - USA

Hundreds gather outside the Turkish Consulate in Beverly Hills, California, on April 24, 2025, demanding Turkey acknowledge the Armenian Genocide. Protesters carried Armenian flags on Genocide Remembrance Day, which honors the 600,000 to 1.5 million Armenians killed in the Ottoman Empire between 1915–1923. Photo by Ali Matin/Middle East/ABACAPRESS.COM

Beverly Hills Armenian Genocide Day - USA

Beverly Hills Armenian Genocide Day - USA

Hundreds gather outside the Turkish Consulate in Beverly Hills, California, on April 24, 2025, demanding Turkey acknowledge the Armenian Genocide. Protesters carried Armenian flags on Genocide Remembrance Day, which honors the 600,000 to 1.5 million Armenians killed in the Ottoman Empire between 1915–1923. Photo by Ali Matin/Middle East/ABACAPRESS.COM

Armenian Genocide Commemoration March - Yerevan

Armenian Genocide Commemoration March - Yerevan

Thousands of Armenians march from Republic Square to the Tsitsernakaberd Genocide Memorial in Yerevan, Armenia on April 23, 2025 marking the 110th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. The annual torchlight procession, held on the eve of Genocide Remembrance Day, honors the estimated 600,000 to 1.5 million Armenians killed between 1915 and 1923 in the Ottoman Empire. Photo by Anthony Pizzoferrato/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Armenian Genocide Commemoration March - Yerevan

Armenian Genocide Commemoration March - Yerevan

Thousands of Armenians march from Republic Square to the Tsitsernakaberd Genocide Memorial in Yerevan, Armenia on April 23, 2025 marking the 110th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. The annual torchlight procession, held on the eve of Genocide Remembrance Day, honors the estimated 600,000 to 1.5 million Armenians killed between 1915 and 1923 in the Ottoman Empire. Photo by Anthony Pizzoferrato/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Armenian Genocide Commemoration March - Yerevan

Armenian Genocide Commemoration March - Yerevan

Thousands of Armenians march from Republic Square to the Tsitsernakaberd Genocide Memorial in Yerevan, Armenia on April 23, 2025 marking the 110th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. The annual torchlight procession, held on the eve of Genocide Remembrance Day, honors the estimated 600,000 to 1.5 million Armenians killed between 1915 and 1923 in the Ottoman Empire. Photo by Anthony Pizzoferrato/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Armenian Genocide Commemoration March - Yerevan

Armenian Genocide Commemoration March - Yerevan

Thousands of Armenians march from Republic Square to the Tsitsernakaberd Genocide Memorial in Yerevan, Armenia on April 23, 2025 marking the 110th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. The annual torchlight procession, held on the eve of Genocide Remembrance Day, honors the estimated 600,000 to 1.5 million Armenians killed between 1915 and 1923 in the Ottoman Empire. Photo by Anthony Pizzoferrato/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Armenian Genocide Commemoration March - Yerevan

Armenian Genocide Commemoration March - Yerevan

Thousands of Armenians march from Republic Square to the Tsitsernakaberd Genocide Memorial in Yerevan, Armenia on April 23, 2025 marking the 110th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. The annual torchlight procession, held on the eve of Genocide Remembrance Day, honors the estimated 600,000 to 1.5 million Armenians killed between 1915 and 1923 in the Ottoman Empire. Photo by Anthony Pizzoferrato/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Armenian Genocide Commemoration March - Yerevan

Armenian Genocide Commemoration March - Yerevan

Thousands of Armenians march from Republic Square to the Tsitsernakaberd Genocide Memorial in Yerevan, Armenia on April 23, 2025 marking the 110th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. The annual torchlight procession, held on the eve of Genocide Remembrance Day, honors the estimated 600,000 to 1.5 million Armenians killed between 1915 and 1923 in the Ottoman Empire. Photo by Anthony Pizzoferrato/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Armenian Genocide Commemoration March - Yerevan

Armenian Genocide Commemoration March - Yerevan

Thousands of Armenians march from Republic Square to the Tsitsernakaberd Genocide Memorial in Yerevan, Armenia on April 23, 2025 marking the 110th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. The annual torchlight procession, held on the eve of Genocide Remembrance Day, honors the estimated 600,000 to 1.5 million Armenians killed between 1915 and 1923 in the Ottoman Empire. Photo by Anthony Pizzoferrato/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Armenian Genocide Commemoration March - Yerevan

Armenian Genocide Commemoration March - Yerevan

Thousands of Armenians march from Republic Square to the Tsitsernakaberd Genocide Memorial in Yerevan, Armenia on April 23, 2025 marking the 110th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. The annual torchlight procession, held on the eve of Genocide Remembrance Day, honors the estimated 600,000 to 1.5 million Armenians killed between 1915 and 1923 in the Ottoman Empire. Photo by Anthony Pizzoferrato/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Armenian Genocide Commemoration March - Yerevan

Armenian Genocide Commemoration March - Yerevan

Thousands of Armenians march from Republic Square to the Tsitsernakaberd Genocide Memorial in Yerevan, Armenia on April 23, 2025 marking the 110th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. The annual torchlight procession, held on the eve of Genocide Remembrance Day, honors the estimated 600,000 to 1.5 million Armenians killed between 1915 and 1923 in the Ottoman Empire. Photo by Anthony Pizzoferrato/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Armenian Genocide Commemoration March - Yerevan

Armenian Genocide Commemoration March - Yerevan

Thousands of Armenians march from Republic Square to the Tsitsernakaberd Genocide Memorial in Yerevan, Armenia on April 23, 2025 marking the 110th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. The annual torchlight procession, held on the eve of Genocide Remembrance Day, honors the estimated 600,000 to 1.5 million Armenians killed between 1915 and 1923 in the Ottoman Empire. Photo by Anthony Pizzoferrato/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Armenia Holy Saturday at Saint Sarkis Cathedral - Yerevan

Armenia Holy Saturday at Saint Sarkis Cathedral - Yerevan

Armenians take part in a candlelit procession through the streets of Yerevan, Armenia on April 19, 2025 after the Easter Vigil Mass at Saint Sarkis Cathedral. Armenians gathered at the cathedral on Holy Saturday to attend the Easter Vigil Mass led by clergy of the Armenian Apostolic Church, followed by a candlelit procession through the streets of Yerevan to Republic Square. The ceremony marks the transition from darkness to light and the proclamation of Christ’s Resurrection. Rooted in centuries of tradition, the ritual reflects the enduring spiritual identity of Armenia, the first nation to adopt Christianity as a state religion in 301 AD. Photo by Anthony Pizzoferrato/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Armenia Holy Saturday at Saint Sarkis Cathedral - Yerevan

Armenia Holy Saturday at Saint Sarkis Cathedral - Yerevan

A candlelit procession moves towards Republic Square in Yerevan, Armenia on April 19, 2025. Armenians gathered at the cathedral on Holy Saturday to attend the Easter Vigil Mass led by clergy of the Armenian Apostolic Church, followed by a candlelit procession through the streets of Yerevan to Republic Square. The ceremony marks the transition from darkness to light and the proclamation of Christ’s Resurrection. Rooted in centuries of tradition, the ritual reflects the enduring spiritual identity of Armenia, the first nation to adopt Christianity as a state religion in 301 AD. Photo by Anthony Pizzoferrato/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Armenia Holy Saturday at Saint Sarkis Cathedral - Yerevan

Armenia Holy Saturday at Saint Sarkis Cathedral - Yerevan

A candlelit procession moves towards Republic Square in Yerevan, Armenia on April 19, 2025. Armenians gathered at the cathedral on Holy Saturday to attend the Easter Vigil Mass led by clergy of the Armenian Apostolic Church, followed by a candlelit procession through the streets of Yerevan to Republic Square. The ceremony marks the transition from darkness to light and the proclamation of Christ’s Resurrection. Rooted in centuries of tradition, the ritual reflects the enduring spiritual identity of Armenia, the first nation to adopt Christianity as a state religion in 301 AD. Photo by Anthony Pizzoferrato/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Armenia Holy Saturday at Saint Sarkis Cathedral - Yerevan

Armenia Holy Saturday at Saint Sarkis Cathedral - Yerevan

Armenians take part in a candlelit procession through the streets of Yerevan, Armenia on April 19, 2025 after the Easter Vigil Mass at Saint Sarkis Cathedral. Armenians gathered at the cathedral on Holy Saturday to attend the Easter Vigil Mass led by clergy of the Armenian Apostolic Church, followed by a candlelit procession through the streets of Yerevan to Republic Square. The ceremony marks the transition from darkness to light and the proclamation of Christ’s Resurrection. Rooted in centuries of tradition, the ritual reflects the enduring spiritual identity of Armenia, the first nation to adopt Christianity as a state religion in 301 AD. Photo by Anthony Pizzoferrato/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Armenia Holy Saturday at Saint Sarkis Cathedral - Yerevan

Armenia Holy Saturday at Saint Sarkis Cathedral - Yerevan

Armenians take part in a candlelit procession through the streets of Yerevan, Armenia on April 19, 2025 after the Easter Vigil Mass at Saint Sarkis Cathedral. Armenians gathered at the cathedral on Holy Saturday to attend the Easter Vigil Mass led by clergy of the Armenian Apostolic Church, followed by a candlelit procession through the streets of Yerevan to Republic Square. The ceremony marks the transition from darkness to light and the proclamation of Christ’s Resurrection. Rooted in centuries of tradition, the ritual reflects the enduring spiritual identity of Armenia, the first nation to adopt Christianity as a state religion in 301 AD. Photo by Anthony Pizzoferrato/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Armenia Holy Saturday at Saint Sarkis Cathedral - Yerevan

Armenia Holy Saturday at Saint Sarkis Cathedral - Yerevan

Armenians take part in a candlelit procession through the streets of Yerevan, Armenia on April 19, 2025 after the Easter Vigil Mass at Saint Sarkis Cathedral. Armenians gathered at the cathedral on Holy Saturday to attend the Easter Vigil Mass led by clergy of the Armenian Apostolic Church, followed by a candlelit procession through the streets of Yerevan to Republic Square. The ceremony marks the transition from darkness to light and the proclamation of Christ’s Resurrection. Rooted in centuries of tradition, the ritual reflects the enduring spiritual identity of Armenia, the first nation to adopt Christianity as a state religion in 301 AD. Photo by Anthony Pizzoferrato/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Armenia Holy Saturday at Saint Sarkis Cathedral - Yerevan

Armenia Holy Saturday at Saint Sarkis Cathedral - Yerevan

Armenians take part in a candlelit procession through the streets of Yerevan, Armenia on April 19, 2025 after the Easter Vigil Mass at Saint Sarkis Cathedral. Armenians gathered at the cathedral on Holy Saturday to attend the Easter Vigil Mass led by clergy of the Armenian Apostolic Church, followed by a candlelit procession through the streets of Yerevan to Republic Square. The ceremony marks the transition from darkness to light and the proclamation of Christ’s Resurrection. Rooted in centuries of tradition, the ritual reflects the enduring spiritual identity of Armenia, the first nation to adopt Christianity as a state religion in 301 AD. Photo by Anthony Pizzoferrato/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Armenia Holy Saturday at Saint Sarkis Cathedral - Yerevan

Armenia Holy Saturday at Saint Sarkis Cathedral - Yerevan

Armenians take part in a candlelit procession through the streets of Yerevan, Armenia on April 19, 2025 after the Easter Vigil Mass at Saint Sarkis Cathedral. Armenians gathered at the cathedral on Holy Saturday to attend the Easter Vigil Mass led by clergy of the Armenian Apostolic Church, followed by a candlelit procession through the streets of Yerevan to Republic Square. The ceremony marks the transition from darkness to light and the proclamation of Christ’s Resurrection. Rooted in centuries of tradition, the ritual reflects the enduring spiritual identity of Armenia, the first nation to adopt Christianity as a state religion in 301 AD. Photo by Anthony Pizzoferrato/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Armenians Rally For Karabagh - Yerevan

Armenians Rally For Karabagh - Yerevan

A large crowd of Armenians, including children, raises portraits and fists in unison at a rally in Yerevan, Armenia on March 29, 2025. The demonstration supports the rights of Nagorno-Karabakh Armenians and demands measures to prevent emigration and ensure dignified living conditions. Photo by Anthony Pizzoferrato/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Armenians Rally For Karabagh - Yerevan

Armenians Rally For Karabagh - Yerevan

People carry a large Artsakh flag in front of the National Opera House in Yerevan, Armenia on March 29, 2025. The demonstration supports the rights of Nagorno-Karabakh Armenians and demands measures to prevent emigration and ensure dignified living conditions. Photo by Anthony Pizzoferrato/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Armenians Rally For Karabagh - Yerevan

Armenians Rally For Karabagh - Yerevan

An elderly man shouts in protest while others hold portraits of detained Artsakh figures during a rally in Yerevan, Armenia on March 29, 2025. The demonstration supports the rights of Nagorno-Karabakh Armenians and demands measures to prevent emigration and ensure dignified living conditions. Photo by Anthony Pizzoferrato/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Armenians Rally For Karabagh - Yerevan

Armenians Rally For Karabagh - Yerevan

People carry a massive Artsakh flag during a rally at Freedom Square in Yerevan, Armenia on March 29, 2025. The demonstration supports the rights of Nagorno-Karabakh Armenians and demands measures to prevent emigration and ensure dignified living conditions. Photo by Anthony Pizzoferrato/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Armenians Rally For Karabagh - Yerevan

Armenians Rally For Karabagh - Yerevan

People carry a massive Artsakh flag during a rally at Freedom Square in Yerevan, Armenia on March 29, 2025. The demonstration supports the rights of Nagorno-Karabakh Armenians and demands measures to prevent emigration and ensure dignified living conditions. Photo by Anthony Pizzoferrato/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Silent Protest demands release of political prisoners in Azerbaijan - Yerevan

Silent Protest demands release of political prisoners in Azerbaijan - Yerevan

Armenians gathered at the Genocide Memorial in Yerevan, Armennia, on February 28, 2025 to protest the continued detention of political prisoners held by Azerbaijan, including Ruben Vardanyan, a philanthropist and former Nagorno-Karabakh official. Vardanyan's health has sharply deteriorated after a week-long hunger strike. According to the Committee for Justice and Truth (CFTJ), as of November 2024, 23 Armenian hostages and political prisoners were still held in Baku's prisons without due process. However, due to a lack of official information, the exact number of detainees remains unclear. Photo by Anthony Pizzoferrato/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Silent Protest demands release of political prisoners in Azerbaijan - Yerevan

Silent Protest demands release of political prisoners in Azerbaijan - Yerevan

Armenians gathered at the Genocide Memorial in Yerevan, Armennia, on February 28, 2025 to protest the continued detention of political prisoners held by Azerbaijan, including Ruben Vardanyan, a philanthropist and former Nagorno-Karabakh official. Vardanyan's health has sharply deteriorated after a week-long hunger strike. According to the Committee for Justice and Truth (CFTJ), as of November 2024, 23 Armenian hostages and political prisoners were still held in Baku's prisons without due process. However, due to a lack of official information, the exact number of detainees remains unclear. Photo by Anthony Pizzoferrato/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Silent Protest demands release of political prisoners in Azerbaijan - Yerevan

Silent Protest demands release of political prisoners in Azerbaijan - Yerevan

Armenians gathered at the Genocide Memorial in Yerevan, Armennia, on February 28, 2025 to protest the continued detention of political prisoners held by Azerbaijan, including Ruben Vardanyan, a philanthropist and former Nagorno-Karabakh official. Vardanyan's health has sharply deteriorated after a week-long hunger strike. According to the Committee for Justice and Truth (CFTJ), as of November 2024, 23 Armenian hostages and political prisoners were still held in Baku's prisons without due process. However, due to a lack of official information, the exact number of detainees remains unclear. Photo by Anthony Pizzoferrato/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM