Azerbaijan Condemns Israel's Recognition of Armenian Genocide as Historical Distortion

Azerbaijan strongly condemned the Israeli government's decision to recognize the Armenian genocide, urging Israel to reconsider the move. The Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry criticized the decision on social media, calling it a "significant cause for concern" and describing the recognition as a distortion of historical facts surrounding the events of 1915. They argued that the issue was reduced to a political decision lacking legal or scientific basis, deeming it unacceptable.

Azerbaijan, which maintains a notably friendly relationship with Israel compared to Armenia, stated that the recognition does not contribute to reconciliation or mutual understanding. The ministry warned that such actions deepen existing disputes and undermine efforts to achieve lasting peace and stability in the region. They reaffirmed Azerbaijan's commitment to preserving historical truth, respecting international law, and promoting peace and stability.

The statement comes amid the longstanding and violent conflict between Azerbaijan and Armenia, rooted in disputes dating back to World War I and recent wars over the Nagorno-Karabakh region. Azerbaijan is a close ally of Turkey, sharing the motto "two states, one nation." Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu officially recognized the Armenian genocide for the first time, a move that Armenian officials say echoes a broad consensus.