Armenia Recognizes State of Palestine on June 21 Amid Gaza Conflict

Jun 21, 2024, 08:13 AM

On June 21, Armenia officially recognized the State of Palestine, according to a statement from Armenia's Foreign Ministry. This decision, reported by Russian TASS news agency, makes Armenia the latest country to recognize Palestinian statehood amid ongoing conflict in Gaza. The Armenian Foreign Ministry emphasized its commitment to peace and stability in the Middle East and the establishment of lasting peace between Jewish and Palestinian peoples. Armenia also called for a ceasefire. Israel has responded by summoning the Armenian ambassador for a harsh reprimand, indicating significant diplomatic tensions between the two nations.