Catholicos Karekin II Issues Republic Day Message to Armenians
Catholicos Karekin II congratulates Armenians on Republic Day
His Holiness Karekin II, Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians, released a Republic Day greeting from Holy Etchmiadzin addressed to Armenians worldwide. The message commemorated the establishment of the First Republic of Armenia and recalled the historic battles of Sardarapat, Gharakilisa, and Bash Aparan, noting the decisive role of Catholicos Gevorg V during that period. Karekin II honored the courage of those who fought for Armenian independence and independence fighters throughout modern history who sacrificed their lives for the nation's security and dignity. He emphasized the importance of national unity in addressing current challenges and called on Armenians to strengthen the state collectively. The message concluded with prayers for God's blessing and protection over Armenia and the Armenian people in the homeland and diaspora.
