MIL OSI Translation. Canadian French to English –
Source: Government of Canada – in French 1
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “Last week marked one year since Azerbaijan launched its military operation in Nagorno-Karabakh, a region populated by ethnic Armenians for centuries.
September 22, 2024 – Ottawa, Ontario – Global Affairs Canada
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, today issued the following statement:
“Last week marked one year since Azerbaijan launched its military operation in Nagorno-Karabakh, a region populated by ethnic Armenians for centuries.
“The consequences of this operation were considerable: more than 100,000 civilians, including 30,000 children, were forcibly displaced in Armenia as a result of this military operation, leading to a rapid increase in humanitarian needs in the country.
“Azerbaijan’s unjustified military operation followed a 9-month blockade of humanitarian goods to the Lachin corridor, in violation of provisional measures orders issued by the International Court of Justice.
“Canada stands in solidarity with those affected by this crisis and is grateful to Armenia for opening its doors. That is why, in 2023, we have committed more than $3.9 million in humanitarian assistance to address urgent needs arising from the situation in Nagorno-Karabakh.
“Canada continues to call for and support meaningful negotiations towards a comprehensive peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan, and encourages continued dialogue and confidence-building measures between the parties to achieve a just and lasting peace for the people of the region.
“Canada has repeatedly called for the unconditional release of all Armenian prisoners from the 2020 Karabakh war. We also continue to call for the release of all ethnic Armenians arbitrarily detained in Azerbaijan.
“Canada supports a negotiated political solution to the Nagorno-Karabakh issue and promotes the principles of non-use of force, respect for territorial integrity and the right to self-determination in negotiating a just and lasting peace for the peoples of the region. This should include a safe and dignified right of return for Armenian civilians, guarantees for the protection of the fundamental rights and livelihoods of citizens, and the preservation of Armenian cultural and historical sites in the territory.”
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