Opposition introduces bill to criminalize Armenian Genocide denial

The opposition Hayastan faction in the Armenian National Assembly has introduced a bill proposing criminal liability for the Armenian Genocide denial ahead of the 110th anniversary of the atrocity, its secretary Artsvik Minasyan announced.

Speaking at a special parliament session on Tuesday, Minasyan emphasized its significance for preserving national memory and dignity.

“This is a choice between the dignity of the Armenian people and the forces that threaten it,” he said, calling on all political forces to support the measure during upcoming debates.

The announcement came as lawmakers debated a separate bill to extend the deadline for submitting income declarations to November 1. While the ruling Civil Contract faction passed the bill in the second reading, Minasyan criticized the government for using misleading narratives and failing to prepare the necessary infrastructure.