Armenian boxers attacked in Baku

Armenian boxers attacked in Baku

PanARMENIAN.Net - Armenian boxers, participating in Baku-hosted AIBA World Championships, were attacked.

According to Criminal Azerbaijan information agency, a group of Karbakh Liberation Organization (KLO) supporters infiltrated the championship venue. As the the Armenian boxer was entering the ring, their shouts “Armenians, get out!”, “Karabakh or death” were followed by a deluge of stones.

The match was suspended. The Armenian boxer, judges and referee left the venue.

As ALO leader Akif Nagi stated, “we've been planning the protest action for several days. We must prevent Armenians' participation, and, unless our voice is heard, more drastic measures are under way.”

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