Tag: Armenian Genocide
Last updated: May 29, 2026
The Armenian Genocide refers to the systematic extermination and deportation of the Armenian population of the Ottoman Empire beginning in 1915, in which an estimated 1.5 million Armenians were killed. It is recognized as a genocide by numerous countries, international organizations, and scholars, though Turkey has a state policy of denial.
The genocide is foundational to modern Armenian identity and political consciousness, and it shapes Armenian foreign policy, diaspora advocacy, and the country’s relationship with Turkey. Groong episodes touching on the Armenian Genocide address a wide range of related themes: the ongoing struggle for international recognition, genocide denial by Turkey and Azerbaijan, the political significance of US recognition under the Biden administration, the intersection of genocide commemoration with contemporary Armenian security concerns, and the legacy of the genocide for the Armenian diaspora.
August 23 - Declaration of Independence of The Republic of Armenia | Ep #157 - Aug 23, 2022 [EP157]
Posted on Wednesday, Aug 24, 2022 | Category: Armenia, Genocide, Artsakh, Human Rights, Turkey
Armenian News Network/Groong - August 23, 2022
On August 23, 1990 the Supreme Council of the Armenian Soviet Socialist Republic proclaimed Armenia as independent.
True, Armenia officially celebrates independence day on September 21, due to the referendum which was held on Sep 21 1991, the following year. But for me, the date of August 23 - the date of the proclamation of the declaration of independence - is no less special.
For it is this document comprised of 12 articles that form the basis for all laws in Armenia and for the constitution itself. From the need to establish historic justice,
Read MoreAnna Astvatsaturian Turcotte | Ep 153 - August 11, 2022 [EP153]
Posted on Thursday, Aug 11, 2022 | Category: Armenia, Artsakh, Azerbaijan, Genocide, Armenian Genocide, Human Rights, Iran, Russia | Series: COG
Talking with Anna Astvatsaturian Turcotte | Ep 153 - August 11, 2022
- Growing up Armenian in Azerbaijan
- Experiencing Armenia as an Armenian from Azerbaijan
- Advocating for Armenian Families and Children
- Thoughts on the condition of Artsakh, and Armenia
- The projects in progress at Astvatsaturian.org, Annaâs 501c3 charity organization.
Guest:
- Anna Astvatsaturian Turcotte is an Armenian-American author, city counselor, human rights advocate, and also a refugee from her original city of Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, which her family fled, as violence mounted against Armenians.
Anna Astvatsaturian Turcotte | Ep 153 - August 11, 2022 [EP153]
Posted on Thursday, Aug 11, 2022 | Category: Armenia, Artsakh, Azerbaijan, Genocide, Armenian Genocide, Human Rights, Iran, RussiaTalking with Anna Astvatsaturian Turcotte | Ep 153 - August 11, 2022
- Growing up Armenian in Azerbaijan
- Experiencing Armenia as an Armenian from Azerbaijan
- Advocating for Armenian Families and Children
- Thoughts on the condition of Artsakh, and Armenia
- The projects in progress at Astvatsaturian.org, Annaâs 501c3 charity organization.
Guest:
- Anna Astvatsaturian Turcotte is an Armenian-American author, city counselor, human rights advocate, and also a refugee from her original city of Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, which her family fled, as violence mounted against Armenians.
ANCA Advocacy Agenda 2022 with Aram Hamparian | Ep #136 - May 13, 2022 [EP136]
Posted on Friday, May 13, 2022 | Category: Armenia, Turkey, Genocide, Armenian Genocide, Azerbaijan, India, Russia, Syria, Geopolitics, Iran, Israel, Ukraine, Artsakh, Georgia, Human Rights, Armenian Church, Middle East | Series: COG
ANCA Advocacy Agenda 2022 - MaY 13, 2022 A Conversation with ARAM SUREN HAMPARIAN
Topics:
- The US/Turkey F-35/F-16 Fallout
- US Aid to Armenia and Artsakh
- The Armenian Genocide Education Bill
- Dr. Oz is Mehmet Oz
- The US Election Cycles of 2022 and 2024
Guest:
- Aram Suren Hamparian is the Executive Director of the Armenian National Committee of America.
Hosts:
- Hovik Manucharyan TW/@HovikYerevan
- Asbed Bedrossian TW/@qubriq
Episode 136 | Recorded on Thursday, May 12, 2022 Show notes: https://groong.org/podcasts/CoG-20220513.html
ANCA Advocacy Agenda 2022 with Aram Hamparian | Ep #136 - May 13, 2022 [EP136]
Posted on Friday, May 13, 2022 | Category: Armenia, Turkey, Genocide, Armenian Genocide, Azerbaijan, India, Russia, Syria, Geopolitics, Iran, Israel, Ukraine, Artsakh, Georgia, Human Rights, Armenian Church, Middle EastANCA Advocacy Agenda 2022 - MaY 13, 2022 A Conversation with ARAM SUREN HAMPARIAN
Topics:
- The US/Turkey F-35/F-16 Fallout
- US Aid to Armenia and Artsakh
- The Armenian Genocide Education Bill
- Dr. Oz is Mehmet Oz
- The US Election Cycles of 2022 and 2024
Guest:
- Aram Suren Hamparian is the Executive Director of the Armenian National Committee of America.
Hosts:
- Hovik Manucharyan TW/@HovikYerevan
- Asbed Bedrossian TW/@qubriq
Episode 136 | Recorded on Thursday, May 12, 2022 Show notes: https://groong.org/podcasts/CoG-20220513.html
Armenian News: Protests Growing | FM Mirzoyan in DC | Normalization ROUnd 3 | Ep #135 - May 8, 2022 [EP135]
Posted on Tuesday, May 10, 2022 | Category: Armenia, Russia, Azerbaijan, Turkey, Iran, Armenian Genocide, Genocide, Georgia, Artsakh, Geopolitics, Human Rights | Series: WIR
Armenian News Network/Groong Week in Review - May 8, 2022
Topics:
- 00:00 Introduction
- 00:49 Mass Protests Growing in Yerevan
- 24:31 FM Mirzoyan in Washington DC
- 38:38 Normalization Round 3
- 52:25 Rants
Guest:
- Benyamin Poghosyan TW/@Benyamin_Poghos
Host:
- Hovik Manucharyan TW/@HovikYerevan
- Asbed Bedrossian TW/@qubriq
Episode 135 | Recorded: Tuesday, May 10, 2022 Website: https://groong.org/podcasts/WiR-20220508.html
Armenian News: Protests Growing | FM Mirzoyan in DC | Normalization ROUnd 3 | Ep #135 - May 8, 2022 [EP135]
Posted on Tuesday, May 10, 2022 | Category: Armenia, Russia, Azerbaijan, Turkey, Iran, Armenian Genocide, Genocide, Georgia, Artsakh, Geopolitics, Human RightsArmenian News Network/Groong Week in Review - May 8, 2022
Topics:
- 00:00 Introduction
- 00:49 Mass Protests Growing in Yerevan
- 24:31 FM Mirzoyan in Washington DC
- 38:38 Normalization Round 3
- 52:25 Rants
Guest:
- Benyamin Poghosyan TW/@Benyamin_Poghos
Host:
- Hovik Manucharyan TW/@HovikYerevan
- Asbed Bedrossian TW/@qubriq
Episode 135 | Recorded: Tuesday, May 10, 2022 Website: https://groong.org/podcasts/WiR-20220508.html
Armenian News: "Peace Agenda" | Accident | Civil Disobedience | Insult Law | Ep #134 - May 1, 2022 [EP134]
Posted on Tuesday, May 3, 2022 | Category: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Russia, Turkey, Artsakh, Genocide, Ukraine, Economy, China, Human Rights, Syria | Series: WIR
Armenian News Network/Groong Week in Review - May 1, 2022
Topics:
- “Peace Agenda” in Motion
- It’s not the Crime, It’s the Cover Up
- Opposition Initiates Civil Disobedience
- What a Nice PM Armenia Has! ð¤¥
Guest:
- Tevan Poghosyan TW/@TevanPoghosyan
Host:
- Hovik Manucharyan TW/@HovikYerevan
- Asbed Bedrossian TW/@qubriq
Episode 134 | Recorded: Monday, May 2, 2022 Website: https://groong.org/podcasts/WiR-20220501.html
Armenian News: "Peace Agenda" | Accident | Civil Disobedience | Insult Law | Ep #134 - May 1, 2022 [EP134]
Posted on Tuesday, May 3, 2022 | Category: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Russia, Turkey, Artsakh, Genocide, Ukraine, Economy, China, Human Rights, SyriaArmenian News Network/Groong Week in Review - May 1, 2022
Topics:
- “Peace Agenda” in Motion
- It’s not the Crime, It’s the Cover Up
- Opposition Initiates Civil Disobedience
- What a Nice PM Armenia Has! ð¤¥
Guest:
- Tevan Poghosyan TW/@TevanPoghosyan
Host:
- Hovik Manucharyan TW/@HovikYerevan
- Asbed Bedrossian TW/@qubriq
Episode 134 | Recorded: Monday, May 2, 2022 Website: https://groong.org/podcasts/WiR-20220501.html