Azerbaijan condemned the Israeli government's decision to recognize the Armenian genocide this morning (Monday), expressing deep concern about the move.
The Foreign Ministry of Azerbaijan, considered a very friendly country to Israel, called on the government in a tweet on the X network to "reconsider its decision" - adding: "This is a matter of significant concern.".
The Foreign Ministry added: "The recognition is a distortion of historical facts surrounding the events of 1915, and a reduction of a complex historical issue to a political decision, without a legal or scientific basis, and this is an unacceptable step.".
Azerbaijan claimed that the move does not contribute to reconciliation or mutual understanding. "These actions deepen existing disputes and undermine efforts to achieve lasting peace and stability in the region," it said in a statement. "Azerbaijan remains firmly committed to preserving historical truth, respecting the principles of international law, and promoting peace and stability.".
Azerbaijan is engaged in a bitter and bloody conflict with Armenia, the roots of which date back to World War I. The conflict has found expression in recent years in the wars in the Nagorno-Karabakh region.
Yesterday, the government approved Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar's proposal that the State of Israel officially recognize the Armenian Genocide. The proposal will now be submitted to the Knesset for approval.
On Thursday, Saar announced the proposal, according to which Israel would recognize the genocide committed against the Armenians at the end of the Ottoman Empire as revenge for Turkey. The bill specified that Israel would condemn any attempt to deny, minimize or distort the genocide.
