Recognizes Armenian Genocide and condemns attacks against civilians in Republic of Artsakh.
Impact
The resolution further condemns modern attacks against Armenian civilians in the Republic of Artsakh by Azerbaijan, supported by Turkey. It reinforces New Jersey's stance on recognizing the rights of the Republic of Artsakh to self-determination and independence amidst ongoing aggression. The bill calls for New Jersey to reject any forms of denial regarding the genocide and to promote education about these historical events, emphasizing their relevance to current issues of humanitarian significance.
Summary
ACR135 is a concurrent resolution from the New Jersey Legislature that recognizes the Armenian Genocide perpetrated by the Ottoman Empire between 1915 and 1923. This resolution commemorates the systematic persecution that resulted in the deaths of approximately 1.5 million Armenians and acknowledges the plight of those who became stateless refugees during that period. The bill emphasizes the historical significance of these events which are documented and recognized internationally, including a recent recognition by the U.S. Congress and President Biden on Armenian Genocide Memorial Day.
Contention
However, the recognition of the Armenian Genocide remains contentious due to the denial from some entities, particularly the government of Turkey, which disputes the characterization of these events. This ongoing denial has implications for geopolitical relations and creates a divide among lawmakers and the international community regarding the acknowledgment of historical atrocities. The resolution seeks to unite and strengthen awareness and remembrance of these events while advocating against similar future atrocities.
A resolution condemning the Government of Azerbaijan for perpetrating an ethnic cleansing campaign against the Armenian population of Nagorno-Karabakh.