Key Event in the French Senate: What Was Discussed?
On February 10, 2025, a significant conference took place in the French Senate, titled “The Armenian People and Their Right to Return to Their Lands.” Organized by the “Concert for Peace in Armenia” association, the conference focused on the issue of the return of Armenians to Nagorno-Karabakh.
French Support: The Senate’s Position on the Nagorno-Karabakh Issue
It’s important to note that back in 2023, the French Senate adopted an inter-party resolution condemning Azerbaijan’s military offensive in Nagorno-Karabakh. This fact demonstrates France’s significant stance on the Nagorno-Karabakh issue.
Conference Participants: Who Discussed the Nagorno-Karabakh Issue?
The conference was attended by numerous important figures, including Marie-Do Aeschlimann, a member of the France-Armenia Friendship Group and Senator, as well as Luis Moreno Ocampo, former Chief Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court.
Main Discussion Topics: Why is the Return of Armenians to Nagorno-Karabakh Important?
The conference discussed a number of important issues, including the “right of Armenians to a safe return” to Nagorno-Karabakh and the “recognition of Nagorno-Karabakh.” In her speech, Senator Aeschlimann stated that the idea is to put Artsakh (Nagorno-Karabakh) at the center of the debate, and also emphasized how the Senate can support this movement together with the Armenians.
Previous Resolutions of the French Senate: Support for Armenia and Nagorno-Karabakh
It is worth noting that the French Senate has had and continues to have a consistent position on the Nagorno-Karabakh issue. In September 2023, the Senate adopted a resolution condemning the Azerbaijani military offensive in Nagorno-Karabakh, also calling for sanctions against Azerbaijani officials and supporting the territorial integrity of Armenia. Earlier, in 2022, the Senate adopted another resolution calling for sanctions against Azerbaijan and ensuring the implementation of the November 9, 2020 ceasefire agreement.
Conclusion: French Support is Crucial on the Nagorno-Karabakh Issue
The conference held in the French Senate and the resolutions adopted by the Senate demonstrate that France plays an important role in the Nagorno-Karabakh issue. French support in the return of Armenians to Nagorno-Karabakh and the establishment of peace in the region is extremely important.