Tallinn: The Estonia-Azerbaijan Parliamentary Friendship Group of the Riigikogu has issued a statement expressing deep condolences to the people of Azerbaijan on the 34th anniversary of the Khojaly massacre and vehemently condemning the crime against humanity committed in Khojaly.

According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, the Parliamentary Friendship Group commemorated the more than 600 civilian victims and expressed its support for the State of Azerbaijan in building lasting peace on its territory. The statement highlighted the shared pain with the Azerbaijani people over the massacre, which resulted in the deaths of over 600 civilians, including children, women, and elderly individuals.

The statement from the group strongly condemned the crimes against humanity committed against Azerbaijani civilians during the occupation of Khojaly on the night of February 25-26, 1992. It recognized the rights of all countries in the region to sovereignty and territorial integrity, as well as the inviolability of their internationally recognized borders. The group expressed its support for the Republic of Azerbaijan in establishing lasting peace, promoting integration, and carrying out reconstruction efforts.

The Parliamentary Friendship Group underscored the importance of lasting peace and stability in the South Caucasus and the respect for principles of international law. The statement emphasized the value of dialogue, trust-building, and peaceful development in the region. It also appreciated the parliamentary cooperation between Estonia and Azerbaijan and committed to strengthening this relationship further.