The Catholicos of All Armenians received the head of the EU Observation Mission in Armenia
16.04.2024
On April 16, in the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin, His Holiness Karekin II, Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians; received Mr. Markus Ritter, the Head of the EU civil observation mission in the Republic of Armenia.
The Catholicos of All Armenians welcomed Mr. Markus Ritter's visit to the spiritual center of all Armenians, noting that this meeting is an opportunity to get acquainted with the problems facing the EU observation mission.
His Holiness expressed his concern regarding the current tension and the security of the people of the border settlements, stressing that Azerbaijan's encroachments and demands are putting Armenia in front of new security challenges, as well as jeopardizing the peace negotiation process.
His Holiness appreciated all the efforts that are being made to restore peace and stability in the region with the support of friendly countries and international structures in the prevailing difficult situation.
In turn, the head of the EU observation mission conveyed to His Holiness the information about the activities of the Observation Mission and the border situation, assuring that the mission will take action to contribute to the reduction of border tension and the establishment of stability in the border regions of Armenia.
