An event in commemoration of the Armenian Genocide victims will be held at the Hebrew University in Jerusalem on Mount Scopus on April 28.

The event is organized by Armenian Studies Department at Hebrew University jointly with representatives of the Armenian community. Honorary Consul of the Republic of Armenia in Jerusalem Tsolak Momjyan will also participate in the event. Professors Charny and Elihu Richters will deliver speeches. The event also includes Armenian poetry and music.

The fact of the Armenian Genocide is recognized by many states. It was first recognized in 1965 by Uruguay. In general, the Armenian Genocide in Ottoman Turkey has already been recognized by 21 countries and 43 out of 50 U.S. states.

Turkey denies accusations of mass killings of Armenians during the First World War and is extremely sensitive to criticism voiced by the western states.