YEREVAN – The Prime Minister has called for serious judicial reforms following a European Court of Human Rights ruling concerning the March 2008 events, stating that domestic courts must prevent citizens from needing to seek justice internationally.
During a government session, the Prime Minister emphasized that while the judiciary remains independent, there is political responsibility to ensure proper investigations are conducted domestically.
“We cannot allow situations where citizens are forced to bring their cases to Strasbourg,” the Prime Minister stated. “Our judicial system must function effectively so that victims receive justice here at home.”
The Prime Minister expressed particular concern about the duration of the investigation, noting that seventeen years have passed since the incidents occurred. “This cannot stretch endlessly,” he said. “We have reached a point where concrete actions must be taken.”
Referring to the European court’s findings, the Prime Minister highlighted that the ruling dismissed certain claims about the events. “The court has clearly established that certain narratives circulating about what happened are without foundation,” he said.
The Prime Minister called for all participants in the judicial process to approach their responsibilities with greater seriousness, emphasizing that current proceedings must be conducted thoroughly to prevent future appeals to international courts.
“This matter requires immediate and serious attention from all involved in the judicial process,” he concluded.
