The Artsakh President Arayik Harutyunyan appealed to compatriots abroad.
"With this special appeal I apply to all my Artsakh compatriots in and outside the Republic these days who are able to take up arms.
Dear friends,
Our Homeland needs the protection of all of us today more than ever. First of all, you have no moral right to leave your homes, grandfathers' graves, your children's future unprotected. If any of you think that you can find a dignified life for yourself and your families to live and create safely outside of Artsakh, you are sorely mistaken.
We have historically had a unique opportunity to have a free and independent country, for which we have already paid a high price. This is our last battle, which we have no right to give up, where desertion is tantamount to betrayal. We are the hosts here and we have no right to let the enemy in and desecrate our sanctuaries.
So, I address you as proud citizens who have kept the dignity of the Armenian people high, as true patriots. Hurry to join your brothers, who stand firm on their homeland, who, by standing at the border, baking bread, driving, make the front and rear stronger and stronger.
Come back before it's too late, because all your actions will be appreciated by the people and history. Instead of being cursed, choose the path of being blessed.
Artsakh is waiting for all of you," Arayik Harutyunyan posted.
