- An event marking the 110th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide took place in Tehran on May 7.
- Historians and Iranian experts presented lectures on cultural and historical genocide.
- Presentations covered Pan-Turkism’s roots, Western influence, and parallels with Artsakh.
- Attendees also enjoyed Armenian classical music performances by pianist André Mouradian.
Tehran Hosts Commemoration for Armenian Genocide’s 110th Anniversary
On May 7, the Iranian-Armenian National and Cultural Association in Tehran hosted a special event marking the 110th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. The program featured a series of expert-led lectures and cultural presentations aimed at educating and commemorating the historical tragedy.
Scholarly Perspectives on Genocide and Historical Responsibility
The event began with a lecture by Dr. Andranik Simonyan titled “Why the Armenian Genocide?” This was followed by Iranian researcher Dr. Majid Karimi’s talk on “The Armenian Genocide and Our Historical Mission,” which delved into the origins of Pan-Turkism and its ideological expansion with Western intellectual participation.
Dr. Pyunik Simoni focused on the theme “Cultural Genocide: Its Scope and Depth,” showcasing rare historical documents and photographs. She discussed the systematic destruction of Armenian religious and cultural sites in Western Armenia and linked this process to contemporary vandalism in Artsakh by Baku authorities.
Reflections on Awareness and the Cost of Silence
Dr. Ehsan Mohaedian emphasized that silence in the face of atrocities paves the way for their recurrence. He underlined the importance of public awareness and information dissemination about crimes against humanity.
Music and Memory
Between the lectures, attendees enjoyed short piano performances by renowned Armenian maestro André Mouradian, featuring works from the Armenian classical repertoire.
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