Mr. Zhirayr Ananyan, Deputy Permanent Representative of the Republic of Armenia to the UN, participated in the UN Security Council Open Debate within the Colombian Presidency titled «Advancing Political Solutions in the Middle East: Mediation and Dialogue for Lasting Peace» held on 11 June 2026.
Stating that the Armenian side is alarmed by the reports of renewed hostilities in the Middle East, Armenia’s Deputy Permanent Representative reminded that under the UN Charter the parties to any dispute are obliged to first and foremost seek a solution by negotiation, mediation or other peaceful means of their own choice.
It was reiterated that Armenia supports achieving a peaceful, lasting, just and comprehensive settlement of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, in line with the "two-state" solution. Zhirayr Ananyan reaffirmed Armenia’s consistent and full support for the unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity of Syria, expressing the Armenian side’s willingness to contribute to post-conflict recovery, reconstruction efforts, as well as to inter-religious dialogue.
It was noted that the humanitarian situation in Lebanon remains of grave concern and Armenia commends the Lebanese Government’s efforts aimed at restoring stability in the country. In this context, Deputy Permanent Representative of the Republic of Armenia to the UN underscored that those responsible for attacks against the UNIFIL personnel and compounds must be held accountable.
