The Republic of Armenia celebrates the 30th anniversary of independence

Today, on September 21, the Third Republic of Armenia celebrates Independence Day. On August 23, 1990, the Supreme Soviet of Armenia adopted the declaration of Independence of Armenia, in which it was noted that the Armenian SSR was being disorganized and a new state, the Republic of Armenia, was being formed. In a referendum on September 21, 1991, the Armenian people voted for secession from the USSR and the formation of an independent state.

We must be able to live as a state, as a people, and as a society in such a way that to make history testify about us only through achievements and victories. President Armen Sarkissian’s Address on Armenia's Independence Day

We must get out of the situation with our heads held high, our backs straight, and move forward. History remembers both defeats and victories. We must be able to live as a state, as a people, and as a society in such a way that to make history testify about us only through achievements and victories. Independence Day unites all of us, from Armenia to Artsakh and the Diaspora. May this sense of unity help us achieve our national, pan-Armenian and state goals. [President Armen Sarkissian’s Address on Armenia's Independence Day]

 

 

There is a difficult but honorable struggle ahead. We will celebrate the Independence Day. Message of Serzh Sargsyan

The sovereignty and security of the State of the Republic of Armenia are undermined, and the existence of the state is put at risk, thousands of young lives are sacrificed as a result of the incompetent management of the 44-day war and dubious "mutual understanding" and agreements with the enemy. There is a difficult but honorable struggle ahead in the name of national dignity, in the name of a safe, free, sovereign and dignified life on our own land. We will celebrate the Independence Day. [Message of Serzh Sargsyan]

 

 

Today marks the 30th anniversary of our independence, but we don't feel the joy that we should feel on this significant day. Robert Kocharyan's message

The formation of Armenia as an independent state was inextricably linked with our victory in Artsakh. Today, we have not only ceased to be guarantors of the security of Artsakh, but are also unable to protect our sovereignty and our citizens. Today, congratulating on the Independence Day, I want to express my hope and confidence that the nation will find the strength to get rid of the authorities that caused the national catastrophe. [Message of Robert Kocharyan]

 

 

Armenia continues to follow the path of independence it began on September21, 1991. Ambassador Lynne Tracy’s message

On behalf of the U.S. Embassy and the American people, I wish Armenia a happy Independence Day. As we celebrate the 30th anniversary of Armenia’s independence, I commend the strength and resiliency of its people and the commitment to building a better future despite the extraordinary challenges Armenia has faced over the course of the last year. Our two nations share core values and close people-to-people ties. Building upon this strong foundation, we see a positive future for the U.S.-Armenia relationship and look forward to our continuing partnership, as Armenia continues to follow the path of independence it began on September21, 1991. [US Ambassador to Armenia Lynne Tracy’s message on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of Armenia’s Independence]

 

 

The United Nations remains steadfast partner of the Armenian government and the Armenian people. The UN Resident Coordinator's message

Throughout these past three decades, the Government of Armenia and the United Nations have consistently expanded our relationship based on trust, respect, and commitment to shared values promoting peace and prosperity both in country and on the global stage. Notwithstanding challenging times, together we have achieved tangible results towards improving peoples’ lives based on inclusive, sustainable development and strengthened democratic institutions. The United Nations remains your steadfast partner and will continue to stand with Armenia in addressing the impact of recent crises, pandemic, and conflict, while jointly shaping a better future for all of us through implementation of the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework 2021-2025 and achieving Agenda 2030. [The UN Resident Coordinator Shombi Sharp's message on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of Independence of the Republic of Armenia]

 

 

We will make every effort to find a long-term solution of the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict within the framework of the OSCE Minsk Group Co-chairmanship. Emmanuel Macron's message to Armen Sarkissian

France wants to play a role in establishing peace in the region, and it’s in this regard that it’s standing by Armenia to help overcome the challenges it faces a year after the Nagorno-Karabakh war. We will make every effort to find a long-term solution of the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict within the framework of the OSCE Minsk Group Co-chairmanship and achieve stabilization of the situation in the South Caucasus for the benefit of the development and prosperity of the region. It also presupposes the resumption of the dialogue between Armenia and Azerbaijan under the auspices of the Minsk Group co-chairmanship. [Emmanuel Macron's message to Armen Sarkissian on the occasion of Independence Day]

 

 

The TV tower in Tbilisi was illuminated with the colors of the Armenian flag

Happy 30th anniversary of the Independence of the Republic of Armenia. In connection with the Independence Day of Armenia, the TV tower in Tbilisi was illuminated with the colors of the Armenian flag. [Embassy of the Republic of Armenia in Georgia]

 

 

The United States remains committed to helping the sides negotiate a long-term political settlement of the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict. Blinken congratulated on the Independence Day of Armenia

We value the important contributions that Armenian-Americans have made that enrich communities across the United States and add to our nation’s vibrancy. These cultural connections and our people-to-people ties continue to strengthen the bond between our nations. As a co-chair of the OSCE Minsk Group, the United States remains committed to helping the sides negotiate a long-term political settlement of the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict and address the humanitarian impact of the fighting, including the release of all detainees, accounting for those missing, and the full and expeditious exchange of remains. [US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken has sent a congratulatory message on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the Independence of the Republic of Armenia]

 

The United States will continue to advocate for the release of all Armenian detainees held in Azerbaijan. Joseph Biden congratulates Nikol Pashinyan

On behalf of the American people, I wish you and the Armenian people a safe and happy Independence Day. Our two nations are bonded by history, family, and friendship, including 1.5 million Armenian-Americans whose contributions enrich and strengthen our bilateral ties. This year, we will mark 30 years of bilateral relations between our countries. We look forward to continuing to support the Armenian people on your democratic journey in the years ahead. The Armenian people have faced challenges over the last year, including the tragic loss of life in the fighting in the Nagorno Karabakh conflict. As we mourn with the people of Armenia, we will work with your government, including through the OSCE Minsk Group and other regional formats, to promote regional stability and conflict resolution. The United States will continue to advocate for the release of all Armenian detainees held in Azerbaijan. [President Joe Biden’s message to PM Nikol Pashinyan on the occasion of 30th anniversary of Armenia’s Independence]

 

 

Relations with Armenia are based on good traditions of friendship, cultural and spiritual closeness. Russian President sent a congratulatory message

Relations with Armenia are based on good traditions of friendship, cultural and spiritual closeness. Their further development undoubtedly meets the fundamental interests of our fraternal nations. [Vladimir Putin's congratulatory message to the President and Prime Minister of the Republic of Armenia]

 

 

I drive on this road, I drove normally. the Chief of the General Staff on the safety of the Goris-Vorotan road

Artak Davtyan, the Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Armenia, didn’t comment on the journalists' questions about the safety of the Goris-Vorotan road section. In response to a question about two residents of the village of Kasakh entering the territory under Azerbaijani control on the section of the Goris-Vorotan road, Davtyan noted: "The National Security Service has made a statement, please take that into account. The General Staff doesn’t have any comments." When asked if he personally drives along this road, the Chief of the General Staff answered: "I drive on this road, I drove normally."

 

 

Today it is difficult to talk about complete independence. these authorities are leading our country to fall, the enemy is invading our borders day by day. Seyran Ohanyan

Today it is difficult to talk about complete independence, because sovereignty is primarily expressed in the fact that you have a territory, a population, an economy, and you are the owner of this border. Today, when Azerbaijanis are on our borders, are organizing provocations in many places, are not leaving our territories, it's very difficult to talk about complete sovereignty. These authorities are leading our country to fall day by day, after the war, our enemy is invading our borders day by day. [Seyran Ohanyan]

 

 

Armenia is fighting for survival of its people and itself: Valérie Boyer |1lurer.am|

On this Independence Day of Armenia, let us not forget the ties that unite our two countries. This Armenia, rich in culture and history of more than 2,000 years, with a strong identity, this Armenia, which fought for our freedoms alongside France, has passed the test of history, like France. Armenia is fighting for the survival of its people and itself against Azerbaijan and Turkey. I am not Armenian, but being French, I want to say that Armenia is a sister to France, and I think it can count on our full support. [French lawmaker Valérie Boyer wrote on her Facebook page, referring to Armenia's Independence Day]

Arayik Harutyunyan visited Levon Ter-Petrosyan, issues related to the latest developments in Artsakh were discussed

On September 21, President of the Republic of Artsakh Arayik Harutyunyan visited the First President of the Republic of Armenia Levon Ter-Petrosyan in Yerevan on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the Independence of the Republic of Armenia and congratulated him on the Independence Day of the Republic of Armenia. During the meeting issues related to the latest developments in Artsakh, clarification of the international status, as well as efforts to achieve it were discussed. [Office of the President of the Republic of Artsakh]

 

 

Iran's Raisi congratulates Sarkissian and Pashinyan on Independence Day |armenpress.am|

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi sent congratulatory telegrams to Armenian President Armen Sarkissian and Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan on Independence Day, IRNA reported. President Raisi was pleased to note that the Iran-Armenia ties have been mutually beneficial and improved both qualitatively and quantitatively. He also expressed hope that the good relationship between Armenia and the Islamic Republic of Iran would expand at bilateral and international levels in line with the interests of both nations through joint efforts. 

 

 

We will continue to strengthen bilateral partnerships in all areas by joint efforts. Vladimir Putin sends congratulatory message to Nikol Pashinyan

Russian-Armenian relations are of a friendly, allied nature. Our states have established close cooperation in various fields, constructive partnership within the framework of the EEU, the CSTO, and the CIS. I am confident that by joint efforts we will continue to strengthen bilateral partnerships in all areas. Today Armenia has to face serious challenges. We presume that the consistent implementation of the November and January trilateral agreements at the highest level will ensure the peaceful, prosperous development of your country and the entire Transcaucasian region. [Vladimir Putin sends congratulatory message to Nikol Pashinyan on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of Independence]

 

 

President of Belarus sends congratulatory message to Nikol Pashinyan on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of Independence

The long-term fruitful partnership between Minsk and Yerevan is invariably characterized by respect and mutual desire to deepen traditionally friendly and trustworthy relations. I am confident that with your active support, Belarus and Armenia will be able to fully realize the significant potential of bilateral cooperation, enriching it with new examples of successful interaction that meets the interests of our peoples. [President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko sent a congratulatory message to Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of Independence of Armenia]

 

The cooperation in the sidelines of the joint construction of ‘’One Belt One Road’’ steadily develops. Prime Minister of China sends congratulatory message to Nikol Pashinyan

Overcoming the negative impact of the coronavirus pandemic since last year, the mutual political trust between China and Armenia constantly strengthens, the cooperation in the sidelines of the joint construction of ‘’One Belt One Road’’ steadily develops. I am ready to make joint efforts with you aimed at raising mutually beneficial cooperation in various spheres to a new level, for shaping a new content of the development of the Armenian-Chinese relations. [Prime Minister of the People’s Republic of China Prime Minister Li Keqiang sent a congratulatory message to Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the Independence of the Republic of Armenia]

 

Another body was found in the direction of Mataghis

During the search operations in Mataghis remains of an Armenian serviceman were found and evacuated today. [SSES of Artsakh]

 

Coronavirus update

On September 21 as of 11:00 in Armenia registered:
Confirmed cases in total - 254 436 (+494)
Recovered – 236 968 (+390)
Active cases – 11 114
Total tests – 1 660 016 (+4 537)
Deaths – 5 161 (+18)
Deaths, caused by other reasons – 1193 (+1) [Ministry of Health]