Artsakh leader: Martakert should reclaim its former glory
Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan visited today the Martakert regional center to attend the solemn events celebrating the 25th anniversary of the town’s liberation, the presidential press service told Panorama.am.
In connection with the 25th anniversary of the liberation of Martakert and for personal bravery shown during battles for the defense of the Homeland President Sahakyan awarded two freedom fighters with the “Battle Cross” order of the 2nd degree and five freedom fighters with the “For service in Battle” medal.
The Artsakh leader highlighted the liberation of Martakert from military-political and moral viewpoints, adding that the liberation of the town cemented the country’s success and became one of the crucial guarantees for revitalizing the region destroyed by Azerbaijan and its further development.
He underlined that Martakert should reclaim its former glory, and thousands of Martakert residents living away from their homeland should return to their native hearths.
“The most important mission for the Armenians is to live and create in their native land, protect and develop the Motherland. Doing the utmost in this direction is our common duty,” Sahakyan stated in his remarks.
The events brought together senior officials, representatives from Armenia and the Diaspora, as well as foreign guests.