Lemkin Institute condemns Aliyev's 'genocidal rhetoric'

The Lemkin Institute for Genocide Prevention has condemned Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev and his government for the use of "inherently genocidal rhetoric" during “Victory Day” speeches.

“We condemn Pres. Ilham Aliyev and the Azerbaijani gov't's use of inherently genocidal rhetoric during Victory Day speeches," it said in a statement on Thursday.

"Euphemisms attempt to disguise genocidal rhetoric and intent. We call on the int’l community to condemn this rhetoric and protect Armenians," the Lemkin Institute said.