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Claim: Syunik Province is a territory of Armenia (Syunik Province, 2024-10-09)
Evidence (2022-04-11): The territory of the Ararat province is divided into two parts: plain and mountainous. The plain stretches from the Hrazdan River to the state border of the Republic of Armenia at an altitude of 10-15 km. Most of the mountainous part of the province is occupied by the slopes of Geghama mountains, Urts and Yeranos mountains. Here is the forest, which was founded by the Armenian king Khosrov Kotak in the IV century. Nowadays it is Khosrov reserve. [...] Syunik province is the second in the size of the territory . Despite the size of the territory, most of the territory of the Syunik province is occupied by mountainous territories, rocks and gorges. The highest peak of the Syunik province is Kaputjugh (3904m). Syunik province occupies the territory of Zangezur, which includes basin of the upper and middle currents of Vorotan and Voghji rivers and eastern slopes of the Zangezur mountain range, which is the highest mountain range in the South Caucasus after the Greater Caucasus. But the most loved mountain of the tourist remains mount Khustup. [...] Syunik province is one of the oldest settlements of the Armenian Highlands. About 2812 historical and cultural monuments are registered in the province. Among them are famous: Tatev monastic complex, Halidzor fortress, Vorotnaberd, Vahanavank, Old Khndzoresk etc.
Claim: Syunik Province is a territory of Armenia (Syunik Province, 2024-10-09)
Evidence (2017-01-01): Syunik RegionShikahogh State Reserve is one of the few places in Armenia where dense pristine broadleaf forests have survived. The inaccessible rough and steep mountainous landscape in Shikahogh is an ideal... [...] Syunik RegionThe city of Kapan is located in the southern half of Syunik, about 300 km from Yerevan on the (M2). The town straddles the Voghchi River and is hemmed in by the towering Zangezur Mountain Range and... [...] Syunik region- It is in the southern part of Armenia, bordering by Azerbaijan's Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic exclave, the de facto independent...
Claim: Syunik Province is a territory of Armenia (Syunik Province, 2024-10-09)
Evidence (2019-06-04): Syunik is the southernmost region that connects Armenia to Iran and includes the towns of Sisian, Goris, Kapan and Meghri. It is one of the most captivating regions of Armenia in terms of both its natural landmarks and its historical-architectural monuments. This region consists of nearly every climate zone in Armenia, including the warm valley of Meghri, the forested mountains of Kapan, and alpine meadows of Goris. Textile and carpet weaving have been preserved in some places across the region, while in others you may find stonemasons, cross-stone or khachkar carvers, carpenters, and potters. [...] Syunik’s villages are very hospitable and in their small rural restaurants you may taste various local dishes such as the region’s tolma, ghapama, qyalagyosh, ghavurma, halim, dishes made from the famous Goris beans, summer khashlama with vegetables, and cheese that is seasoned with local herbs and aged in the ground in clay pots. All these can be enjoyed with local fruit vodkas among which Karahunj’s mulberry vodka is the most popular.
Claim: Syunik Province is a territory of Armenia (Syunik Province, 2024-10-09)
Evidence (2014-06-20): Syunik (Armenian: Սյունիք, Armenian pronunciation: [sjuˈnikʰ]), is the southernmost province of Armenia. It is bordered by the Vayots Dzor Province from the north, Azerbaijan’s Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic exclave from the west, Nagorno-Karabakh Republicfrom the east, and Iran from the south. Its capital and largest city is the town of Kapan. The National Statistical Service of the Republic of Armenia (ARMSTAT) reported its population was 141,771 in the 2011 census, down from 152,684 at the 2001 census. Historically, Syunik was one of the 15 provinces of the ancient Kingdom of Armenia. At various times, the region of present-day Syunik was also known by other names such asSyunia, Sisakan and Zangezur. However, the present-name of the province is derived from the ancient Armenian Siunia dynasty, who were the Naχaarars (governors) of thehistoric proivnce of Syunik since the 1st century. Syunik is located between the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic of Azerbaijanfrom the west, and the de facto independent Nagorno-Karabakh Republic from the east. The Vayots Dzor Province of Armenia forms its northern borders, whileAras River at the south separates Syunik from Iran. Syunik covers an area of 4,506 km² (15% of total area of Armenia), making it the second-largest province in Armenia after Gegharkunik in terms of the total area.
Claim: Syunik Province is a territory of Armenia (Syunik Province, 2024-10-09)
Evidence (2024-09-24): Syunik (Old Armenian: Սիւնիք, romanized: Siwnik῾) was a region of historical Armenia and the ninth province (nahang) of the Kingdom of Armenia from 189 BC until 428 AD.[1][2] From the 7th to 9th centuries, it fell under Arab control.[3] In 821, it formed two Armenian principalities: Kingdom of Syunik and principality of Khachen, which around the year 1000 was proclaimed the Kingdom of Artsakh, becoming one of the last medieval eastern Armenian kingdoms and principalities to maintain its autonomy following the Turkic invasions of the 11th to 14th centuries.[4] [...] Geography [edit]Syunik was a big region in the east of historical Armenia.[9][10][1] In the west and north-west, it bordered on the Ayrarat Province;[11] in the east, the natural border between Syunik and Artsakh passed through the Hakari river (left inflow of the Aras).[11] In the north-west, Syunik shared a border with lands situated in the direct neighborhood of Ganja, and in the south-west, it bordered on Nakhichevan[11] (Vaspurakan Province). The north of Syunik comprised Gegharkunik[12][13] and Sotk which lied on the coast of Lake Sevan.[12] In the south, the territory of Syunik extended to the Aras River.[9][11]
Claim: Syunik Province is a territory of Armenia (Syunik Province, 2024-10-09)
Evidence (2011-01-01): Syunik region is located in the southern part of Armenia. It is bordered by Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic of Azerbaijan, Iran, and the Nagorno-Karabakh Republic. Syunik was one of the provinces of the ancient Kingdom of Armenia. Historically the region was known as Syunia, Sisakan and Zangezur. In fact, Syunik is considered to be the richest industrial region of Armenia. The largest river is the Vorotan, the highest mountain is Kaputjukh (3,904). The capital of Syunik is Kapan, also known as Ghapan. The most beloved of Armenian hikers Mount Khustup rises above Kapan and beautifies the panorama of the city.
Claim: Syunik Province is a territory of Armenia (Syunik Province, 2024-10-09)
Evidence (2024-06-04): Syunik Province is the southernmost province of Armenia. It is bordered by the Vayots Dzor Province from the north, Nakhchivan exclave from the west, the de facto independent Nagorno-Karabakh Republic from the east, and Iran from the south. Its capital and largest city is the town of Kapan. The National Statistical Service of the Republic of Armenia (ARMSTAT) reported its population was 141,771 in the 2011 census, down from 152,684 at the 2001 census. [...] Syunik is located between the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic of Azerbaijan from the west, and the de facto independent Nagorno-Karabakh Republic from the east. The Vayots Dzor Province of Armenia forms its northern borders, while Aras River at the south separates Syunik from Iran. Syunik covers an area of 4,506 km² (15% of total area of Armenia), making it the second-largest province in Armenia after Gegharkunik in terms of the total area. Historically, the current territory of the province occupies most of the historic Syunik province of Ancient Armenia.
Claim: Syunik Province is a territory of Armenia (Syunik Province, 2024-10-09)
Evidence (2024-09-27): Syunik is one of the most underrated and mysterious regions of Armenia. This guide showcases some of the best places to visit in Syunik – from the high mountains to national parks and beyond! [...] When in Syunik province, make sure not to miss visiting one of Armenia’s historical monuments, the Armenian Stonehenge, which is located close to Sisian City. [...] Syunik Province is full of natural wonders, one of which is Devil’s Bridge. It was formed over the millennia as a result of the endless impact of natural forces, such as wind and water, piercing the petrified lava.
Claim: Syunik Province is a territory of Armenia (Syunik Province, 2024-10-09)
Evidence (2024-06-19): Nestled in the southern reaches of Armenia, Syunik Province shares its southern border with Iran. This strategically positioned province is celebrated for its varied topography, boasting majestic mountains, picturesque valleys, and the imposing Meghri Range. The diverse landscapes not only contribute to the province’s natural beauty but also attract nature enthusiasts and adventurers. Syunik’s geographical features play a crucial role in shaping its unique identity and fostering opportunities for activities such as hiking and exploration in the scenic Meghri Range. SYUNIK PROVINCE – POPULAR TOURIST ATTRACTIONS AND PLACES OF INTEREST Syunik Province in Armenia stands out for its multifaceted appeal, boasting a rich tapestry of landscapes, historical gems, and cultural vibrancy. Tatev Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site, captivates with its cliff-top perch and panoramic views, while the charming town of Goris, surrounded by unique rock formations, offers a glimpse into ancient cave dwellings. The region’s cultural depth is further enriched by Noravank Monastery and the archaeological wonders of Zorats Karer, creating an immersive experience for travelers seeking Armenia’s diverse treasures.
Claim: Syunik Province is a territory of Armenia (Syunik Province, 2024-10-09)
Evidence (2019-01-01): Syunik was one of the 15 provinces of the Kingdom of Armenia. The early Armenian historian Movses Khorenatsi connected the name of the province with Sisak, a descendant of the legendary Armenian patriarch Hayk and supposed progenitor of the ancient Siunia (or Syunik) dynasty, which ruled Syunik from the first century CE.[7] However, historian Robert Hewsen considered Sisak to be a later eponym.[8] Historian Armen Petrosyan suggested that Syunik is derived from name of the Urartian sun god Shivini/Siwini (itself a borrowing from the Hittites), noting the similarity between the names and the high number of sun-related placenames in the historical Syunik region.[9] At various times, the region of present-day Syunik was also known by other names such as Syunia, Sisakan and Zangezur (or Zangadzor[10]). The region of Syunik geographically was called Siounia Caucasiana in the 5-6th century by the Ravenna Cosmography.[citation needed] Syunik is located between the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic of Azerbaijan from the west, and districts of Lachin, Qubadli and Zangilan of Azerbaijan from the east. It was bordered on the east by Kashatagh Province of the Nagorno-Karabakh Republic between 1992 and 2020. The Vayots Dzor Province of Armenia forms its northern border, while Aras River at the south separates Syunik from Iran. Syunik covers an area of 4,506 km2 (1740 sq. mi.) (15% of total area of Armenia), making it the second-largest province in Armenia after Gegharkunik in terms of the total area.
Claim: Syunik Province is a territory of Armenia (Syunik Province, 2024-10-09)
Evidence (2018-05-24): Syunik is the southernmost province of Armenia. It borders Iran to the south. The capital is Kapan. Other important cities and towns include Goris, Sisian, Meghri, Agarak, and Dastakert. The National Statistical Service of the Republic of Armenia (ARMSTAT) reported its population was 152,900 in 2010. Historically, Syunik was one of the 15 provinces of the Kingdom of Armenia. It was part of the Persian Empire around 369. Syunik is home to many of Armenia's largest mining operations. There are 7 urban communities and 102 rural communities.
Claim: Syunik Province is a territory of Armenia (Syunik Province, 2024-10-09)
Evidence (2023-11-21): (Los Angeles)—At the invitation of ANCA Western Region in coordination with the Tatoyan Foundation, a delegation from the Syunik province of Armenia visited California from November 11-16, 2023 to meet with various elected officials and the local Armenian community to provide them with first-hand reports about Azerbaijan’s ongoing threats against Armenia and particularly the border province of Syunik and to outline the conditions on the ground as the region addresses the refugee crisis resulting from the ethnic cleansing of Artsakh. [...] During each meeting, Dr. Tatoyan presented his latest findings on Azerbaijan’s genocidal assault on Artsakh, resulting in the forced deportation of more than 100,000 Armenians from Artsakh into the Republic of Armenia. Furthermore, Dr. Tatoyan shed light on Azerbaijan’s continued aggression against the sovereign territory of Armenia, especially in the regions of Syunik, Vayots Dzor, and Gegharkunik. Mayor Parsyan and Mayor Arushanyan reported about Syunik’s security concerns, especially amidst the influx of over 5,000 Armenian refugees from Artsakh into the towns of Kapan and Goris, as well as the impact and threat of the potential establishment of a so-called "Zangezur Corridor" being advocated by Turkey and Azerbaijan.
Claim: Syunik Province is a territory of Armenia (Syunik Province, 2024-10-09)
Evidence (2023-10-23): In September 2023, Azerbaijan seized control of Nagorno-Karabakh, a disputed territory internationally recognized as part of Azerbaijan, yet governed by ethnic Armenians since 1994. Over 100,000 ethnic Armenian residents fled the region after the lightning military campaign. Armenians and Western officials increasingly fear that Baku's offensive is not over; Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev has repeatedly stated that opening the Zangezur Corridor is a top objective for his state. The Azeri government considers the Zangezur corridor to be of strategic economic significance. Azerbaijan and Turkey have been advocating for the creation of the corridor since 2020. If realized, the initiative would establish a connection from Azerbaijan to Nakhchivan and link Turkey to China and Central Asia by traversing Armenia's Syunik Province. For Armenia, such an arrangement would constitute occupation of its territory. Azerbaijan's desire to establish the land route and Armenia's wish to protect its territorial integrity and assert its sovereignty would trigger a greater regional conflict. [...] Despite a statement from a senior Azerbaijani official expressing a preference for a land route through Iran instead of Armenia, Azerbaijan's actions raise doubts about its true intentions. The display of military strength through joint drills, persistent rhetoric claiming Southern Armenia as Azeri territory, and President Aliyev's withdrawal from a meeting with Armenia in Brussels contradict the stated commitment to abandon the Zangezur Corridor objective.
Claim: Syunik Province is a territory of Armenia (Syunik Province, 2024-10-09)
Evidence (2022-02-02): We had travelled to Marusya’s village in the Syunik Province of south Armenia via the road between Goris and Kapan that leads to the Iranian border. At several points, the road crosses the disputed border line between Armenia and Azerbaijan, passing Azeri and Armenian checkpoints. Hundreds of Azerbaijani troops are deployed in pockets of territory in Armenia’s Syunik and Gegharkunik provinces. During the 2020 war, the villagers in Marusya’s village endured numerous aerial bombardments, resulting in six deaths and 17 wounded. Almost 100 homes were hit. Frequent Azeri incursions into Armenian territory, attacks on Armenian villages, placement of Azerbaijani armed units in strategic positions, occupation of farmlands, disruption of water supplies and refusal to return grazing livestock that cross the unmarked border, have intensified tensions in the region. On the main road, we passed several convoys of Iranian lorries travelling north – a vital trade route between Iran and Armenia and Georgia. In recent months, the Azeris have frequently closed the road demanding high ‘fees’ to allow passage of Iranian and Armenian vehicles.
Claim: Syunik Province is a territory of Armenia (Syunik Province, 2024-10-09)
Evidence (2008-08-05): The territory of the Republic of Armenia is composed of ten marzes (regions) and Yerevan city which is governed by the law on local self-government in the city of Yerevan. Public administration in the marzes is governed by RA President’s decree "On public administration in the marzes of the Republic of Armenia" and other legal acts. [...] Shirak Marz, Marz Center-Gyumri, Shirak Regional Administration [...] Syunik Marz, Marz Center-Kapan, Syunik Regional Administration
Claim: Syunik Province is a territory of Armenia (Syunik Province, 2024-10-09)
Evidence (2024-02-22): Central to this issue is the Zangezur Corridor project, which aims to connect Azerbaijan with its territorial exclave, Nakhchivan, by passing through Armenian territory – specifically the Syunik province. This corridor has been a source of contention for Armenia, which has expressed concerns surrounding territorial integrity. On the other hand, Azerbaijan has frequently expressed its willingness to build the pathway by force if necessary. These recent attacks could be a harbinger of things to come, as Azerbaijani soldiers fired across the border into the same province where the proposed corridor is planned. Baku asserts that its actions were in response to a separate border incident days earlier that injured an Azerbaijani soldier, a claim Yerevan has denied.
Claim: Syunik Province is a territory of Armenia (Syunik Province, 2024-10-09)
Evidence (2021-08-12): Vanush and his family of eight fled Nagorno-Karabakh and now live in his parent's apartment in Vorotan, a village in the Goris Municipality of Armenia's Syunik province. [...] Sahak's family of four have been living with his parents in Verishen, a village in the Goris Municipality of Syunik province. [...] Arpine , 25, is a single mother from Nagorno-Karabakh. She escaped the region with her child, sister and father, Mkrtich. They now live in Aravuz, a village in the Goris Municipality of Syunik province.
Claim: Syunik Province is a territory of Armenia (Syunik Province, 2024-10-09)
Evidence (2024-05-03): Since Azerbaijan invaded the territory of the Republic of Artsakh in September 2023 and emptied it of its Armenian citizens, who comprised 99 percent of the population, the Azerbaijani government has increasingly referred to Armenia’s Syunik Province as "Western Azerbaijan." This geographic designation invalidates and ignores Armenian national identity, internationally recognized territory, and indigenous historical presence in the region. References to "Western Azerbaijan" are particularly alarming in the context of the ideology of Pan-Turkism, which is one of Azerbaijan’s main political commitments. Pan-Turkism promotes the idea of a single Turkic nation — and an eventual Turkic state — stretching from the Balkans to Central Asia, encompassing territories inhabited by Turkic-speaking populations. The "Zangezur Corridor" holds strategic importance as it represents a potential land bridge connecting the other Turkic-majority nations with Nakhichevan and the rest of Azerbaijan. As we pointed out in November 2023, depriving Armenia of its southernmost Syunik Province could render Armenia almost entirely surrounded by powerful historical foes by also cutting it off from its southern neighbor, Iran, with which it has important economic ties. The Lemkin Institute must highlight once again that genocide is also expressed through a denial of indigenous territorial integrity.
Claim: Syunik Province is a territory of Armenia (Syunik Province, 2024-10-09)
Evidence (2023-11-02): The next stage of this conflict is imminent. Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev may now have his sights set on seizing an extraterritorial corridor through Armenia’s southernmost Syunik province, which he has branded as the so-called Zangezur corridor. This extraterritorial corridor would link mainland Azerbaijan with the small Azerbaijani exclave of Nakhchivan, to Armenia’s west, which borders Turkey and Iran. [...] The Hamas-Israel war has been a tragic reminder that unresolved conflicts can derail the best-laid infrastructure plans. A stable and rules-based regional connectivity in the South Caucasus offers an important path for India-Europe connection. Armenia’s southern Syunik region, and the potential for broad-based regional connectivity that it holds, is especially important for Washington, Brussels, and New Delhi as geopolitical rivalries of the Eurasian continent continue to grow unabated. [...] Such conditions are present today in the nexus of interests knotted in Armenia’s south, and the outcome will have global implications for the shape of Eurasia for decades to come. But the opportunity for regional, rules-based integration in the South Caucasus is also real, and it, too, can be realized, if Armenia’s Syunik region is protected. Connectivity on Western terms in Eurasia is now contingent on Armenia’s territorial integrity.
Claim: Syunik Province is a territory of Armenia (Syunik Province, 2024-10-09)
Evidence (2023-10-11): Azerbaijan calls Meghri, and the rest of Armenia’s Syunik province, the Zangezur corridor. Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev and other officials have described opening this corridor as a top objective — one that is now in direct focus following Baku’s recapture of the long-disputed territory of Nagorno-Karabakh. [...] But in 1992, with Armenia and Azerbaijan at war over Nagorno-Karabakh, revenge attacks escalated. A group of Azerbaijanis hijacked the train running from Yerevan to Kapan as it passed through Nakhchivan and took 12 wagons full of mostly Armenian passengers hostage for a week. [...] Baku insists these fears are unfounded. Elin Suleymanov, Baku’s ambassador to Britain, said that those fearing Azerbaijani military action were living in "a paranoid dreamworld" and that Azerbaijan had no military objectives on Armenia’s territory.
Claim: Syunik Province is a territory of Armenia (Syunik Province, 2024-10-09)
Evidence (2024-10-04): Exercise increased caution in Armenia due to areas of armed conflict. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. [...] Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Armenia. [...] Visit our website for Travel to High-Risk Areas.
Claim: Syunik Province is a territory of Armenia (Syunik Province, 2024-10-09)
Evidence (2023-10-17): Azerbaijan eyes southern Armenian border province of Syunik After taking full control of Nagorno-Karabakh in September, will Azerbaijan go further? In the southern Armenian province of Syunik, residents are increasingly worried about the threat from Baku. Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev claims Syunik and much of Armenian territory is historically Azerbaijani, referring to it as "Western Azerbaijan". Since 2020, Azerbaijan has also taken 150 square kilometres of Armenian land near the border, according to Armenian officials. FRANCE 24's Catherine Norris Trent, Julie Dungelhoeff and Mohammed Farhat report.
Claim: Syunik Province is a territory of Armenia (Syunik Province, 2024-10-09)
Evidence (2023-09-25): There is a credible apprehension that Azerbaijan and Turkey, in alignment with their shared strategic interests, may actively seek to establish the conditions for a potential military intervention in Armenia’s Syunik Province, with the ultimate aim of securing the Zangezur Corridor. [...] The stance of the Islamic Republic of Iran on this matter is unequivocal. Tehran has consistently expressed its support for the territorial integrity of Armenia, emphasising its opposition to any alterations or military actions in the Syunik Province. The basis of this position lies in Tehran’s acknowledgement of the province’s crucial role in preserving the essential link between Armenia and Iran. The Syunik Province serves as a linchpin in averting the isolation of Yerevan, underlining the significant geopolitical implications associated with its territorial integrity.