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"Azerbaijan again closed the only pipeline supplying natural gas from Armenia to Artsakh, depriving the population of Artsakh of the opportunity to use gas, the Artsakh Information Headquarters said citing the Artsakhgas operator."

https://armenpress.am/eng/news/1103419.html

"Ararat Mirzoyan presented to the interlocutor the details of the crisis caused by the blocking of the Lachin Corridor by Azerbaijan, and in this context emphasized the imperative of clear steps of the international community towards its solution. The Minister of Foreign Affairs stressed that Azerbaijan aims to subject the Armenian population of Nagorno-Karabakh to ethnic cleansing, for the prevention of which it is necessary to increase the pressure on Azerbaijan."

"The interlocutors also discussed issues related to cooperation within the framework of the Munich Security Conference."

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"Summarizing the meeting, the Prime Minister once again emphasized the "iGorts" program, one of the goals of which is to use the potential of our compatriots in the Diaspora in overcoming the challenges facing our state. "Our goal is to make Armenia an attractive and comfortable country to live in. We need to identify the root causes of existing problems and try to solve them. One of the fundamental reasons is the low or non-existent level of institutionalization. It is greatly appreciated that you have come and want to contribute your experience to the accomplishment of state institutions of Armenia. We must make efforts to ensure efficiency and development," said Nikol Pashinyan and wished success to "iGorts" participants."

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"In 2023 on February 6, Azerbaijan closed the only gas pipeline between Armenia and Artsakh for the sixth time since the blockade of Artsakh. During the past 57 days, Azerbaijan disrupted the gas supply to Artsakh in 2022. on December 13, 2023 for 3 days. on January 17 - for one day, on January 18 - for one day, on January 21 - for 4 days and on January 28 - for one day, thus disrupting the normal life activities of the people of Artsakh and exerting psychological pressure on them."

"Due to the actions of Azerbaijan, 120 thousand residents of the republic, including 30 thousand children, continue to suffer great difficulties in the provision of heating and hot water under severe transportation blockade and winter cold conditions. The situation worsens even more due to the acute shortage of electricity caused by the accident of the only high-voltage line coming from Armenia on January 9, and the Azerbaijani side persistently obstructs the restoration works."

"Such actions of Azerbaijan clearly confirm that even after the signing of the tripartite declaration on the cease-fire on November 9, 2020, the official Baku did not abandon its long-term policy of exterminating the people of Artsakh in the territory of their historical residence. In order to achieve its goals, the top leadership of Azerbaijan resorts to the blockade of Artsakh, disrupts the work of vital energy infrastructures, thus creating unbearable living conditions and subjecting the civilian population to incredible hardships."

"Azerbaijan's inhuman actions prove that the top leadership of this country puts itself above international law and human moral norms. Ignoring the calls of many countries and international organizations to immediately lift the blockade of Artsakh, the decision of the European Court of Human Rights to ensure the free movement of people and goods through the Lachin Corridor, official Baku actually opposes itself to the civilized society. Such behavior has become possible under the conditions of impunity of the Baku regime, which has freed its hands to further tighten its criminal policy towards the indigenous Armenian population of Artsakh."

"In order to prevent the destruction of the people of Artsakh under these circumstances, we consider it necessary for the international community to direct its efforts not only to end the blockade of Artsakh, but also to take urgent measures, which will also include the use of early warning, assessment and response mechanisms of Azerbaijan's genocidal policy."

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"Former Foreign Minister of the Republic of Artsakh, adviser to the President of Artsakh, representative for special assignments Davit Babayan, talking to "Radiolur" about the similarities and differences between the Serb-Kosovo issue and the Artsakh issue, states that there is no single approach in geopolitics, therefore, what is happening does not contain legal, moral, historical or other main theses, they are thrown into the background. The collective West considers the problem in the context of the Russian-Ukrainian war, so what is important is the ongoing campaign against Serbia. "Kosovo, partially exercising its right to self-determination, has separated from Serbia, but is in a different geopolitical zone of influence. Transcaucasia is not under the influence of one player, therefore there are many actors in this region. Like Kosovo, and Artsakh stood in the way of the right to self-determination, but there is an appropriate geopolitical atmosphere in one area, so the process started by Pristina is easier. Artsakh is located in a different geopolitical "landscape" where there is no absolute influence of any force. dual,"

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"Artsakh’s Foreign Ministry calls on the international community to direct efforts taking prompt measures, including activation of early warning mechanisms, adequate assessment and response to the genocidal policy of Azerbaijan."

"The statement comes after Azerbaijan once again cut off the natural gas supply from Armenia to Artsakh through the only existing pipeline."

https://en.armradio.am/2023/02/06/artsakh-mfa-calls-for-adequate-international-response-to-azerbaijans-genocidal-policy/

"Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan had a telephone conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron."

"The interlocutors discussed the difficult humanitarian situation in Nagorno-Karabakh resulted by Azerbaijan’s blocking of the Lachin Corridor."

"Emmanuel Macron emphasized the importance of the uninterrupted operation of the Lachin Corridor and underlined France’s readiness to continue contributing to the solution of this problem."

"The interlocutors exchanged ideas on the normalization of relations between Armenia and Azerbaijan, the protection of the rights and security of the people of Nagorno-Karabakh, and the activities of the EU civilian mission in Armenia."

https://en.armradio.am/2023/02/06/macron-emphasizes-the-importance-of-uninterrupted-operation-of-lachin-corridor/

"During the consultation, President Harutyunyan set a number of tasks for the law enforcement agencies based on the complaints and concerns received from the public:"

"a) to intensify the efforts made in the direction of bringing the level of legal security and protection of the legal order to a qualitatively new dimension in Artsakh, as well as improving the state of public safety in public places,"

"b) to take all measures within the scope of their authority to prevent all steps and actions leading to internal division, inciting enmity towards each other, internal instability by using objective concerns and discontent of people, and to give a legal assessment to criminal manifestations of such actions."

https://en.armradio.am/2023/02/06/artsakh-president-convenes-consultations-with-heads-of-law-enforcement-agencies-2/

"Artsakh’s Minister of State Ruben Vardanyan has offered condolences to the families of the victims of the strong earthquake that hit Syria and Turkey on Monday."

“As a result of the devastating earthquake, there are many human victims in both Syria and Turkey, including among Armenians. My condolences to the families and relatives of all the victims of the tragic disaster,” Vardanyan said."

“I wish them strength and endurance to overcome this difficult test. Unfortunately, we know all too well the human tragedies a devastating earthquake can cause. Our people are very familiar with that pain,” he added."

“I am deeply saddened by the loss of our compatriots. The life and fate of every Armenian is important. What is important is both 3 million and 120 thousand and one Armenian, whether they are in Armenia, Artsakh, Syria or in the Armenian world in general,” the State Minister said."

https://en.armradio.am/2023/02/06/artsakh-state-minister-offers-condolences-to-families-of-earthquake-victims-in-syria-nd-turkey/

“Saddened by the news of the devastating earthquake in Türkiye & Syria that resulted in the loss of so many lives. Our deepest condolences to the families of the victims and we wish a speedy recovery to the injured. Armenia is ready to provide assistance,” PM Pashinyan tweeted."

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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has launched a hotline for assistance and information about the presence of Armenian citizens among the victims of the earthquake that hit Syria and Turkey on February 6.

Landline number: +374 60 620 111

Mobile (WhatsApp, Viber): +374 55 620 111

Email: hotline@mfa.am

https://en.armradio.am/2023/02/06/armenian-mfa-launches-hotline-for-information-on-earthquake-in-syria-and-turkey/

"The Armenian side has already announced its readiness to provide support to Syria and Turkey affected by the February 6 earthquake."

"Now the provision of humanitarian and rescue aid to the affected countries is being discussed," he said."

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"On February 7-8, Foreign Minister of Croatia Gordan Grlić Radman will pay an official visit to Armenia. On February 8, the meeting of the Foreign Ministers of Armenia and Croatia will take place at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Armenia, which will be followed by the joint press conference."

"In the framework of the visit, the Foreign Minister of Croatia will meet the President of Armenia, the Prime Minister of Armenia, the Catholicos of All Armenians, the President of the National Assembly and other officials"

https://en.armradio.am/2023/02/06/croatian-fm-to-visit-armenia/

"During the meeting, issues related to regional security were discussed."

"Minister Mirzoyan briefed his interlocutor on the details of the humanitarian crisis unfolded in Nagorno-Karabakh resulting from Azerbaijan’s blockade of the Lachin Corridor, stressing the need for partner states to take clear steps to lift the blockade."

"Both sides emphasized the importance of close Armenian-German inter-parliamentary cooperation on both bilateral and multilateral platforms. The significance of mutual visits of friendship groups operating in the parliaments of the two countries was highlighted."

"The sides discussed Issues related to Armenia-EU collaboration, including support for democratic reforms in Armenia, as well as touched upon the new long–term EU monitoring mission in Armenia in terms of stability in the region."

"Interlocutors also exchanged views on the normalization process of Armenia-Turkey relations."

https://en.armradio.am/2023/02/06/armenian-fm-chairman-of-the-germany-south-caucasus-friendship-group-discuss-issues-of-regional-security/

"Minister Mirzoyan will have a meeting with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Federal Republic of Germany Analena Berbock, after which the ministers will hold a press conference."

"A visit within the framework, Ararat Mirzoyan will also have meetings with representatives of German legislative bodies and expert community."

"During his meetings, Minister Mirzoyan will address the issues of expanding Armenia-Germany and RA-EU cooperation, the challenges of stability and security in the South Caucasus, the humanitarian crisis created in Nagorno-Karabakh due to Azerbaijan's blocking of the Lachin Corridor, the process of regulating Armenia-Azerbaijan relations and other issues of bilateral interest."

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"As a result of Azerbaijan’s ongoing blockade and campaign of terror against the population of Artsakh, newborns and their mothers face serious issues daily stemming from shortages of baby food, diapers, medicine, and other basic necessities. "

https://en.armradio.am/2023/02/06/204-children-born-in-artsakh-during-blockade/

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“According to the latest updates of the Turkish network, the earthquake measured magnitude 7,8. For comparison, let me note that the Spitak earthquake was magnitude 7.0. A 7,8 magnitude earthquake measures over 10 [on the MSK scale], around 11. Taking into account that the depth is assessed to be from 7 to 10 km, then the scale of destruction will be massive. The earthquake encompassed Syrian territory to some extent, and the destruction zone reached Aleppo. The consequences will be very severe for Turkey and Syria both in terms of human losses and material damages. The number of victims is reported by the number of recovered bodies. The number of deaths will grow. There are deaths in Syria’s north-western parts too, in the areas outside Aleppo,” the seismologist said."

We have a scattered seismicity. We’ve had earthquakes in Shorzha, near Yerevan, in south of Armenia, while the seismic-active zone of Javakh is constantly active, it is a unique zone with the greatest number of earthquakes in Caucasus, but fortunately it is a zone of weak quakes, there are no strong ones recorded,” he said.

"The expert said they are using their monitoring systems to monitor the seismic situation, the geophysical, geochemical, hydrodynamic fields, and in case of detecting any anomalies they attempt to make respective forecasts."

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"Syrian-Armenians were killed in the devastating earthquake in Syria according to latest information."

“As of this moment we have four victims who died in Aleppo. There are injured people also, we have no clear number now,” Alexanyan said."

"Armenian organizations are now conducting a monitoring to assess damages."

"who were spouses, died in Malatya as a result of the devastating earthquake. Their two children were in the hospital."

"As a result of the two devastating earthquakes that occurred in Turkey on February 6, the number of victims is currently 1760, and 12068 people were injured."

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"One of the most significant projects implemented by the Corporación América holding is the "Zvartnots" airport, which was considered the best airport in the region for many years."

"During the meeting, we discussed the holding's new projects, including the expansion of Zvartnots airport, which will allow to provide a much larger number of passengers and increase the number of flights and destinations."

"In addition, we discussed the possibility of using the human potential of the Armenian Diaspora in the field of state administration, which will certainly help our country to quickly integrate into global processes and trends," he wrote."

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Turkey declares seven days of mourning

"It comes after Turkish government officials reported another 1,651 fatalities, putting the combined total in Turkey and neighboring Syria to 2,651."

"Dozens of nations have pledged aid since the 7.8-magnitude quake, which hit as people were still sleeping and in freezing weather that has hampered emergency efforts."

"Multi-storey apartment buildings full of residents were among the 3,400 structures reduced to rubble in Turkey, while Syria announced dozens of collapses, as well as damage to archaeological sites in Aleppo."

https://en.armradio.am/2023/02/06/turkey-declares-seven-days-of-mourning/

https://en.armradio.am/2023/02/06/armenian-forty-martyrs-cathedral-in-aleppo-damaged-in-earthquake/

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