ArmInfo. Armenian prisoners held in Azerbaijani prisons are not ignored by the international community. This was stated by Kasia Abgaryan, Judge of the Supreme Court of the Administrative District of Orange County, California, during a press conference in Yerevan on September 13.
She noted that the release of hostages is a political issue, and appropriate steps must be taken in parallel with the peace agenda initiated by the Armenian government. The judge also mentioned that this issue is being discussed with France, EU countries, and the United States. Abgaryan emphasized the importance of amplifying the voices of victims in every possible way, not just through government mechanisms. she said.
Voicees should be raised not only by Armenians and members of the diaspora, but, according to Abgaryan, also through the governments of the countries where the diaspora is present. At the same time, a US Supreme Court judge reported that on the anniversary of Azerbaijan's military aggression against Artsakh (September 19), 4 citizens who were subjected to cruel treatment by the Azerbaijani side will travel to the US to meet with congressmen. According to her, this is the first time an event like has occurred.
Abgaryan also discussed Armenia's membership in the International Criminal Court (ICC). In this regard, she emphasized that the ICC should be seen as a shield, not a sword. Of course, there is no guarantee that Armenia's participation in this international body will prevent possible crimes by Azerbaijan, but, in her opinion, it will make the political leadership of this country think twice before acting. , the judge emphasized.
