Greece: Armenia’s territorial integrity must be respectedMay 20, 2021 - 13:29 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The Greek Foreign Ministry has spoken in favor of respect for the preservation of Armenia's territorial integrity, as Azerbaijan's incursion into the territory of the country enters its second week. On the morning of May 12, the armed forces of Azerbaijan violated the border of Armenia in the southern province of Syunik, advancing 3.5 kilometers and surrounding Sev Lake, which is situated on the border between the two countries but is predominantly a part of Armenia. On May 13, the Azerbaijani military committed more border violations against Armenia, advancing near Vardenis (Gegharkunik province) and Sisian (Syunik province). "Tensions along Armenia's border are of particular concern. Armenia’s territorial integrity has to be respected," The Greek Foreign Ministry said in a tweet. "It is essential to avoid any unilateral actions that could undermine regional peace and stability." So far, France, the United States, India, Canada and Iran have voiced the need for Azerbaijan's withdrawal and the preservation of Armenia's territorial integrity. Top stories The CSTO budget for the current year requires adjustments due to the refusal of Yerevan to pay their share of contributions. 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. Partner news | Joe Manganiello visits Armenian Genocide memorial Hollywood star Joe Manganiello has visited the Armenian Genocide memorial in Yerevan, according to the Armenian Genocide Museum-Institute. Dream big, start small: Anna from Artsakh participates in Get Started She has become even more determined thanks to the Get Started educational program. Armenia Foreign Minister begins Lithuania trip On June 20, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Armenia Ararat Mirzoyan is paying a working visit to Vilnius. Armenia, U.S. consider direct flights Gnel Sanosyan and Sarah Morgenthau have discussed the possibility of launching direct flights between Armenia and the U.S. |