Recognizing the Republic of Artsakh's independence and condemning Azerbaijan's continued aggression against Armenia and Artsakh.

2/1/2024, 8:30 AM

This resolution recognizes the independence of the Republic of Artaskh, also known as Nagorno-Karabakh (the region is internationally recognized to be part of Azerbaijan). The resolution also urges the United States to support international recognition of an independent Artaskh and to cease foreign and military assistance to Azerbaijan, condemns Azerbaijan's blockade and aggression, and supports Armenia's sovereignty and territorial integrity.


Bill 118 HRES 320, titled "Recognizing the Republic of Artsakh's independence and condemning Azerbaijan's continued aggression against Armenia and Artsakh," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress. The resolution aims to acknowledge the independence of the Republic of Artsakh, a region in the South Caucasus that declared independence from Azerbaijan in 1991.

The resolution also condemns Azerbaijan's ongoing aggression against Armenia and Artsakh, particularly in the recent conflict that erupted in September 2020. The conflict, which lasted for six weeks, resulted in thousands of casualties and displaced civilians.

The resolution calls for a peaceful resolution to the conflict and urges the US government to support efforts to achieve a lasting peace in the region. It also emphasizes the importance of upholding human rights and the right to self-determination for the people of Artsakh. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 320 highlights the need for international recognition of Artsakh's independence and the importance of condemning aggression and violence in the region. It underscores the US Congress's commitment to promoting peace and stability in the South Caucasus.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 320

Introduced on
2023-04-24

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

4/24/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution recognizes the independence of the Republic of Artaskh, also known as Nagorno-Karabakh (the region is internationally recognized to be part of Azerbaijan). The resolution also urges the United States to support international recognition of an independent Artaskh and to cease foreign and military assistance to Azerbaijan, condemns Azerbaijan's blockade and aggression, and supports Armenia's sovereignty and territorial integrity.


Bill 118 HRES 320, titled "Recognizing the Republic of Artsakh's independence and condemning Azerbaijan's continued aggression against Armenia and Artsakh," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress. The resolution aims to acknowledge the independence of the Republic of Artsakh, a region in the South Caucasus that declared independence from Azerbaijan in 1991.

The resolution also condemns Azerbaijan's ongoing aggression against Armenia and Artsakh, particularly in the recent conflict that erupted in September 2020. The conflict, which lasted for six weeks, resulted in thousands of casualties and displaced civilians.

The resolution calls for a peaceful resolution to the conflict and urges the US government to support efforts to achieve a lasting peace in the region. It also emphasizes the importance of upholding human rights and the right to self-determination for the people of Artsakh. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 320 highlights the need for international recognition of Artsakh's independence and the importance of condemning aggression and violence in the region. It underscores the US Congress's commitment to promoting peace and stability in the South Caucasus.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedRecognizing the Republic of Artsakh's independence and condemning Azerbaijan's continued aggression against Armenia and Artsakh.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

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Latest Summary12/6/2023

This resolution recognizes the independence of the Republic of Artaskh, also known as Nagorno-Karabakh (the region is internationally recognized to be part of Azerbaijan). The resolution also urges t...


Latest Action4/24/2023
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.