Charles Aznavour thanks Armenians for showing what humanism isMay 12, 2018 - 11:18 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Legendary French-Armenian crooner Charles Aznavour has thanked Armenians for showing the nation's humanismto the world after hundreds of thousands of people took to the streets to protest against the ruling authorities and forced prime minister Serzh Sargsyan to resign. "I would like to congratulate you on how you have been able to move from one situation to another, without bloodshed, without brutality, without violation of our values a, solving problems as if it was easy. This has surprised, astonished and made governments of other countries think," Aznavour said. "We – Armenians from the Diaspora – were extremely proud to show the world that there is a small country whose citizens demonstrated exceptional wisdom and humanism, proving that violence is not the only path to peace and agreement. We have had far too many misfortunes in our history and now we are opening a page of happiness, wisdom and love." According to the musician, Armenians have succeeded in proving that people in Armenia have a clear conscience and that unity is and will always remain a priority. "We, Armenians, managed to show that that the words “people,” “Homeland,” “flag,” “culture,” “religion” and “family” are part of our values, that every Armenian has equal rights and freedoms in his country," he said. "I’m probably the most French Armenian in the world, but I’m proud of my Armenia and I never hid it. "Thank you to the Armenian people for showing the world our humanism: Armenia is great with its values. Let us be a model for those who are different and those who are less open to change. Let us continue on this path because I am convinced that it is the best for the future of our people and nation. "I thank you all for giving me this pride. Long live the Republic of Armenia!" Top stories Six total incidents have burned 19 old-growth trees. Friday night 8 trees were torched along the beautiful main entrance. The EU does not intend to conduct military exercises with Armenia, Lead Spokesperson for EU Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Peter Stano says. Hikmet Hajiyev has said that there is no place for USAID operation in Azerbaijan any longer. A telephone conversation between Putin and Pashinyan before the CSTO summit is not planned, Peskov says. Partner news | European Parliament to discuss repression in Azerbaijan The European Parliament will discuss repression of civil society in Azerbaijan on April 24 PACE wants concessions from Azerbaijan to accept Baku back A PACE co-rapporteur said that Azerbaijani authorities must make certain concessions so that the country can return to PACE. Armenia PM, France envoy discuss regional matters Issues related to the consistent development of Armenia-France cooperation were discussed. Azerbaijan razes historic Armenian church to ground Azerbaijan has demolished the historic Armenian Church of St. John the Baptist (known as Kanach Zham). |