Regional Council of Basilicata (Italy) unanimously recognizes Armenian Genocide
11:24, 30 September 2016
YEREVAN, SEPTEMBER 30, ARMENPRESS. The Regional Council of Basilicata (Italy) - Consiglio Regionale della Basilicata - has unanimously recognized the Armenian Genocide on September 27, and expressed its support to the Armenian people. Independent MP Aurelio Pace presented the bill upon the request of the Armenian community, the MFA told ARMENPRESS.
The bill states that the historical reality of the Armenian Genocide has been recognized by numerous international organizations, as well as the 1919 Turkish military tribunal.
The document also stresses that it is necessary to inform the public about the tragedy of the Armenian people, especially the young generation, in order to prevent similar crimes.