Spanish Congress issues a statement expressing solidarity with the Armenian people

YEREVAN, OCTOBER 6, ARMENPRESS. In the October 6 plenary session, the Congress of Deputies of Spain unanimously adopted a statement of support for the Armenian people, reaffirming its intolerance towards military operations, ARMENPRESS reports the Armenian Embassy in Spain presented the text of the statement, which was supported by all 350 deputies.

The statement reads as follows,

“Taking into account the aggression carried out by the units of the armed forces of Azerbaijan on the night of September 12-13 against the Armenian positions of Goris, Sotk and Jermuk settlements of Armenia using artillery and drones, which resulted in the death of at least 207 Armenian servicemen,

The Congress of Deputies of Spain

1. Reaffirms its intolerance towards military operations that represent a serious violation of international law, assessing them as unjustified aggressions that undermine regional security and stability.
2. Promotes the commitment of the parties to observe the ceasefire signed within the framework of international relations.
3. Expresses solidarity and support to Armenia and its people. We are sorry for the loss of life on both sides, we express our deep sorrow for the victims and the unnecessary suffering of the population. We also send this sympathy to the Armenian community in Spain.
4. Supports the efforts of the EU High Representative and the Special Representative in the South Caucasus, who have an important role in the process of monitoring the maintenance of the ceasefire agreement and contribute to the search for a negotiated, comprehensive and lasting solution to the conflict.
5. Calls on the parties to respect international law, put down the arms and resume diplomatic negotiations, thereby reaffirming that this position is the only viable and lasting solution to this complex and historic dispute.
6. Calls on the EU to redouble its efforts to promote de-escalation and peace through diplomatic means."