YEREVAN. – The March 1 events are a serious challenge for human rights in Armenia, Council of Europe Commissioner for Human Rights Nils Muižnieks told reporters.

The Commissioner said he was disappointed at the lack of results of investigation into the tragic events. According to Nils Muižnieks, he raised the issue during his meetings with the Attorney General and other officials of Armenia.

“They assured that the investigation continues,” the Council of Europe Commissioner added.

Armenian opposition did not recognize official results of the presidential election held on February 19, 2008. Leader of the opposition Levon Ter-Petrosyan organized rallies in the Liberty Square, in the center of Yerevan, which lasted until March 1. Thousands took to the streets demanding that official election results should be canceled. Ten people, including two law enforcers, became victims of confrontation.