The French Ambassador to Armenia, Olivier Decottignies, has addressed the plight of displaced residents from Nagorno-Karabakh who are marking yet another Christmas far from their homes. The ambassador shared his thoughts through a post on his microblog on “X,” highlighting the humanitarian significance of their situation. He wrote:
“Merry Christmas with a special thought for the refugees from Nagorno-Karabakh, who are once again celebrating this holiday far from home.”
The ambassador’s statement serves as a somber reminder of the ongoing crisis surrounding Nagorno-Karabakh and the harsh realities faced by those who have been displaced. Tens of thousands of people, having lost their homes, are now living in Armenia and struggling with numerous social and humanitarian challenges.
For the displaced residents of Nagorno-Karabakh, Christmas has become not only a religious celebration but also a poignant reminder of the homes they have lost. The holiday draws further attention to the need for international efforts to address the humanitarian crisis and work toward sustainable peace in the region.
The ambassador’s message also underscores France’s continued support for the people of Nagorno-Karabakh and its commitment to humanitarian principles, remaining actively engaged in the process of restoring peace in the region.
Շնորհավոր Սուրբ Ծնունդ՝ հատուկ մտքով Լեռնային Ղարաբաղից եկած փախստականների համար, ովքեր այս տարի ևս մեկ անգամ նշում են այս տոնը տնից հեռու: pic.twitter.com/WaqvECw3Yv
— Olivier Decottignies (@O_Decottignies) January 6, 2025
