July 1, 2023

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"[EXCERPT] The analysis of revealed materials and public rhetoric of high-level officials of Azerbaijan, including the president, as well as the current trends in the society of this population proved the causal link between the state-supported hate speech and animosity against ethnic Armenians (Armenophobia) and the gross violations of human rights during both wars.

The mentioned materials were being disseminated through Facebook, Twitter, TikTok and other social media networks by targeting Armenian mass media and social network users, including minors. Furthermore, the photo and video material of those being tortured and executed are also being shared with the family members directly. It is aimed to cause as much psychological pain or suffering to family members or relatives as possible. Monitoring revealed that all the above-mentioned are being encouraged by the authorities of Azerbaijan."