He The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Armenia announced this Friday the official recognition of the State of Palestine. In a statement he explained that this measure seeks to contribute to peace in the Middle East and address the “critical situation in Gaza.”
The ministry stated that “reaffirming its commitment to international law and the principles of equality, sovereignty and peaceful coexistence of peoples, the Republic of Armenia recognizes the State of Palestine.”
This recognition aims to foster lasting peace in the region and underlines the importance of an immediate truce in the conflict taking place in the Gaza Strip between Israel and the Hamas movement.
Hussein al-Sheikh, secretary general of the executive committee of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO), quickly welcomed Armenia’s decision, which he described as “a victory for law, justice, legitimacy and the struggle of our people.” Palestinian for liberation and independence,” according to a message posted on the social network
In reaction to this announcement, The Israeli Foreign Ministry summoned the Armenian ambassador to express its discontent in a severe manner.
According to the Palestinian Authority, 147 of the 193 UN member countries have already recognized Palestine as a state, reflecting growing international support for their cause.
