Today Artsakh President Arayik Harutyunyan signed amendments to the Law on Defense adopted by the National Assembly of the Republic of Artsakh.
"I have just signed the draft law on making amendments to the Law on Defense of the Republic of Artsakh, which was unanimously adopted by the Parliament today. It was submitted to the National Assembly on my initiative. It will regulate the participation of forces in the armed defense of our Republic on a voluntary basis.
The need for the adoption of the law stems from the current war situation which aims to further strengthen the protection of our borders together with the Defense Army. Both Turkey and thousands of mercenary terrorists are taking part in the war unleashed against us by the enemy.
At this crucial moment of the Holy Patriotic War, I once again call on our people to unite and make every effort to achieve a final victory. Individual participation is important to break the backbone of the enemy and push back beyond our borders.
We will win, we will ensure peace and security in our own land and homeland for future generations. Let’s join…", Arayik Harutyunyan posted.