Catholicos Aram I of the Holy See of Cilicia has addressed the situation in Syria in a recent statement, calling on the Armenians across the world to assist the Syrian-Armenian community.


“Since the Genocide in 1915, because of its history and organization, our community in Syria has played a crucial role in the diaspora. We should accompany them during these difficult times,” he said in a statement. “Humanitarian assistance to the Armenian community in Syria should become our top priority.”


“The Armenian population of Syria remains committed to its homeland and to Christian-Muslim dialogue,” the Catholicos added.

In his letter addressed to the prelates of dioceses, he appealed the Armenians to help the Armenian community in Syria.

Yesterday, during a meeting of the executive council, Catholicos Aram I said: “We should be wary of Turkey’s role in the region; unfortunately, there are false rumors both inside and outside the region about the Armenian Community vis-à-vis the crisis in Syria. Such rumors should stop”. His Holiness then added, “Armenians in Syria remain committed to Christians and Muslims living together and pursuing the common good. Armenians in Syria reject any external pressure. Armenians in Syria will never forget the warm welcome with which the people of Syria received the survivors of the Genocide. Armenians in Syria, as elsewhere, are committed to promoting justice, peace and dialogue of religions, cultures and people”.