Note: Single-source report; awaiting corroboration.
On Armenian Remembrance Day, the President honored the Armenians who were forcibly exiled and killed during the Meds Yeghern tragedy more than a century ago. The statement underscores the enduring memory of these events among Armenian Americans and Armenians globally.
The message pays tribute to the resilience of the Armenian people in overcoming past tragedies and looks toward a future of prosperity, security, and peace. It also emphasizes the shared hope at the core of Christianity.
The statement notes that the current U.S. Administration is strengthening its partnership with Armenia by creating opportunities for its people and working to promote stability in the South Caucasus region.
It affirms that Americans and Armenians are united on a historic path toward peace, with a shared commitment to building strength as a foundation for peace.
The President’s message concludes by reaffirming the commitment to protect the innocent, promote peace among all communities, and uphold reverence for God as a source of endurance through challenges.