It began four years ago. After another April 24th, I decided to find an Armenian friend online to understand how the other side perceives the Armenian Genocide. It was just after I watched the Armenian Genocide commemoration in Yerevan. I talked about the “Armenian
“Neutrality helps the oppressor, never the victim!” Holocaust survivor and Nobel laureate Elie Wiesel Although some Armenians around the world were hoping that US President Barack Obama would keep his promise and recognize the Armenian Genocide, his statement was not surprising for many.
While Lebanese-Armenians continue to commemorate the anniversary of the Armenian Genocide, the Lebanese are still debating the tragic event on social media. The Racism and sectarianism that is flourishing on daily basis in the region is also reflected in Lebanon. While some look at
For your freedom we have lived and for your independence we are dying.” —Abdul-Karim el-Khalil, with a rope around his neck, May 6, 1916. Every year, Armenians all over the world — in Armenia and the diaspora — commemorate the anniversary of the genocide