YEREVAN. – I experience strong feelings every time I visit the Armenian Genocide Memorial. Swiss Ambassador to Armenia, Konstantin Obolensky, said this to news reporters on Wednesday while visiting and after placing a wreath to capital city Yerevan’s memorial, on the 98th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide.

“This is a very emotional moment and a very emotional ceremony,” the Swiss diplomat stated.     

To note, the Armenian Genocide is recognized by numerous countries. It was first recognized in 1965 by Uruguay. The Genocide is also recognized by Russia, France, Italy, Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, Poland, Lithuania, Slovakia, Switzerland, Sweden, Greece, Cyprus, Lebanon, Canada, Venezuela, Argentina, Chile, and 42 US states. The Armenian Genocide is also recognized by The Vatican, the European Parliament, and the World Council of Churches.