“Dear Compatriots, I was deeply saddened by the news of Charles Aznavour’s passing: one of the greatest sons of the Armenian people left us in the 94th year of his life. It is difficult to believe that the man has died who symbolized an entire epoch, who made history and generated immense love and served his own people – his two nations – just because Charles Aznavour used to say: I am 100% French and 100% Armenian. He fascinated, warmed up, and inspired...
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan sent a condolence message to President of Indonesia Joko Widodo over the devastating earthquake and tsunami that claimed numerous human lives. The message reads, in part: “I express my deepest condolences to you and to the friendly people of Indonesia over the devastating earthquake and tsunami that struck the town of Palu on the island of Sulawesi, leaving hundreds dead, wounded and causing great devastation. Sharing in the grief of the...
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan sent a condolence cable to President Hassan Rouhani of the Islamic Republic of Iran over the tragic consequences of a terrorist attack in Ahvaz. The message reads, in part: “I was deeply grieved to learn about the terrorist attack in Ahvaz, which claimed several casualties and injuries. What happened in Ahvaz is yet another evidence of our firm belief that combined efforts need to be exerted in countering this global evil. Strongly...
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan sent a condolence message on the passing of Iosif Kobzon. The message runs as follows: “I was deeply grieved to learn about the demise of USSR People’s Artist, Russian State Duma Member Iosif Kobzon. Iosif Davidovich was one of the most demanded and beloved artists, an intellectual, a prominent figure whose name was undoubtedly held in great respect both in Russia and abroad. All the way through his lifetime, he remained a devoted friend of...
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan sent a condolence message to the family of former UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan. Nikol Pashinyan’s message reads in part, “I was deeply grieved to learn about the demise of former UN Secretary-General, Nobel Prize laureate and world-renowned figure Kofi Annan. Kofi Annan devoted his life and activities to the cause of building a more equitable and peaceful world. Assuming the United Nations’ leadership in a difficult and challenging time...
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan sent a condolence message to Italian Premier Giuseppe Conte on the bridge collapse in Genoa, which claimed numerous human lives. The message reads, in part: “People in Armenia were deeply grieved over the tragic news of a bridge collapse in Genoa, which has caused numerous casualties. Expressing my most profound sympathy and support to you and to the friendly people of Italy, I wish endurance and fortitude to the victims’ families, as well...
