Senator Portantino introduces resolution calling on Azerbaijan to end inhumane blockade of Artsakh

U.S. Senator Anthony Portantino has introduced Senate Joint Resolution 9, urging Azerbaijan to end inhumane blockade and ensure the free flow of food, medication, and humanitarian goods through the Lachin corridor. Portantino called the situation in Artsakh “dire and deeply troubling”.

“As a genocide is unfolding before our eyes, we must act. The people of Artsakh cannot afford to wait another day without strong United States and international action to bring an end to this devastating humanitarian crisis.

It is critical that we move beyond words, demand the re-opening of the Lachin Corridor, and cut off military aid to Azerbaijan. I strongly condemn Azerbaijan’s violent and genocidal campaign against the Armenian people of Artsakh, who have been left without food, medical supplies and the right to free movement,” Senator said.