Catalan city of Berga recognizes independence of Artsakh

The city of Berga, Catalonia, has recognized the independence of Artsakh, the Armenian Cultural Association of Barcelona reported on Friday.

“The plenary session of the City Council has recognized the independence of the Republic of Artsakh, the right of people to self-determination and territorial integrity with the majority of votes at the proposal of the Armenian Culture Association of Barcelona,” it said.

The municipal council condemns the military aggression of Azerbaijan against Artsakh and the active participation of Turkey in it, Aquí Berguedà reported.

It also calls for the condemnation of war crimes committed by Azerbaijan, including the use of prohibited cluster munitions against civilians in Artsakh, the bombing of cities and monuments, and the execution of prisoners of war.