A resolution condemning Azerbaijan's blockade of the Armenians of Nagorno-Karabakh and ongoing human rights violations.

12/15/2023, 4:04 PM

This resolution condemns Azerbaijan's blockade of the Lachin Corridor to Nagorno-Karabakh (also known as Artsakh).

The resolution calls on the U.S. government to work with international partners to deploy observers to explore opportunities for security and peaceful development. The resolution also calls on the President to (1) suspend military and security assistance from the United States to Azerbaijan, and (2) fully enforce a U.S. law prohibiting certain bilateral assistance to Azerbaijan until Azerbaijan takes demonstrable steps to cease all offensive uses of force against Armenia and Nagorno-Karabakh.

Bill 118 S.Res. 244 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress that condemns Azerbaijan's blockade of the Armenians living in Nagorno-Karabakh, as well as the ongoing human rights violations in the region. The resolution highlights the importance of upholding human rights and ensuring the safety and well-being of all individuals, regardless of their nationality or ethnicity.

The resolution calls on Azerbaijan to immediately lift the blockade of Nagorno-Karabakh and to respect the rights of the Armenian population living in the region. It also urges the US government to work with international partners to address the human rights violations taking place in Nagorno-Karabakh and to hold those responsible accountable for their actions.

Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 244 aims to bring attention to the plight of the Armenians in Nagorno-Karabakh and to advocate for their rights and safety in the face of ongoing challenges and violations.
Congress
118

Number
SRES - 244

Introduced on
2023-06-08

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

6/8/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

This resolution condemns Azerbaijan's blockade of the Lachin Corridor to Nagorno-Karabakh (also known as Artsakh).

The resolution calls on the U.S. government to work with international partners to deploy observers to explore opportunities for security and peaceful development. The resolution also calls on the President to (1) suspend military and security assistance from the United States to Azerbaijan, and (2) fully enforce a U.S. law prohibiting certain bilateral assistance to Azerbaijan until Azerbaijan takes demonstrable steps to cease all offensive uses of force against Armenia and Nagorno-Karabakh.

Bill 118 S.Res. 244 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress that condemns Azerbaijan's blockade of the Armenians living in Nagorno-Karabakh, as well as the ongoing human rights violations in the region. The resolution highlights the importance of upholding human rights and ensuring the safety and well-being of all individuals, regardless of their nationality or ethnicity.

The resolution calls on Azerbaijan to immediately lift the blockade of Nagorno-Karabakh and to respect the rights of the Armenian population living in the region. It also urges the US government to work with international partners to address the human rights violations taking place in Nagorno-Karabakh and to hold those responsible accountable for their actions.

Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 244 aims to bring attention to the plight of the Armenians in Nagorno-Karabakh and to advocate for their rights and safety in the face of ongoing challenges and violations.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution condemning Azerbaijan's blockade of the Armenians of Nagorno-Karabakh and ongoing human rights violations.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

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Latest Summary2/22/2024

This resolution condemns Azerbaijan's blockade of the Lachin Corridor to Nagorno-Karabakh (also known as Artsakh).

The resolution calls on the U.S. government to work with international partners to deploy observers to explore opportunitie...


Latest Action6/8/2023
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2034-2035)