Armenia announces its recognition of the state of Palestine

The Foreign Ministry of Armenia announces that it is recognizing the state of Palestine.

In a statement on its website, the ministry cites as its reasoning the “catastrophic humanitarian situation in Gaza” as well as the “establishment of lasting reconciliation between the Jewish and Palestinian peoples.”

It calls for an immediate ceasefire and the release of the hostages “without preconditions.”

Reaching a two-state solution is “the only way to ensure that Palestinians and Israelis can realize their legitimate aspirations,” the statement adds.