The Human Rights Defender
Mr. Arman Tatoyan has sent a message on the occasion of the International Day
of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances: The message, in particular, reads as
follows:
“Today, August 30, is the
International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances. Unfortunately, as
a result of the September-November 2020 war, we have missing persons among our
compatriots; the search for them is still ongoing.
The blatant
politicization of human rights and humanitarian issues by the Azerbaijani
authorities and the non-disclosure of the real numbers of the Armenian captives
have caused additional deprivation and mental suffering to people.
As a result of the
Azerbaijani policy of Armenophobia, many people have been forcibly disappeared,
killed and tortured; There are undeniable factual evidences confirming these.
At the same time, our
State should make every effort to implement the fast and effective DNA tests of
the bodies. Although there are also objective factors causing the prolongation
of the process, the correct organization of communication with the relatives
can alleviate any additional psychological sufferings caused to them.
We should acknowledge
that behind the name and surname of every missing person is the pain and misery
of their family, and the endless wait of parents for the return of their
children.
Within the competence of
the Human Rights Defender of Armenia, we are taking all the necessary steps to
contribute in the effort of guaranteeing people’s human rights”.
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