We learnt from the Info Service Department of the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin that His Holiness Catholicos Karekin II has issued a statement on the situation in the Republic of Armenia

The statement in particular reads:

Dear Faithful Children,

We are deeply concerned about the situation in the Republic of Armenia over the past couple of hours.

The achievements recorded in our country in the direction of strengthening democracy, human rights and legality can be maintained and strengthened only through the strengthening of the spirit of brotherhood and love.

We appeal to all the children of our nation to show calmness, to abstain from violence, and apply all our efforts to overcome the challenges we face by peace, in the spirit of national unity, and in love to each other.

We believe in our beloved children, your conscience and your high consciousness of your responsibility toward the future of your homeland.

Our Prayer is the blessing so that all controversies and contradictions that exist are solved in our country through mutual understanding and solidarity, with the help of the Lord.

Blessing and Divine Wisdom for All.

GAREGIN B

CATHOLICOS ALL ARMENIANS