09/27/23 - Rep. Schiff tweeted "Amid Azerbaijan's horrific aggression against Artsakh & Armenia, and the ethnic cleansing taking place, I'm introducing another resolution that I hope will lead to the suspension of U.S. aid to Baku. No matter what our diplomats say, if the money to the regime continues, so will its violence." View the tweet here.

09/27/23 - Rep. Schiff posted the following to Facebook: "It's been three years since Azerbaijan's dictator Aliyev, backed by Turkey, waged a full on war against Artsakh. That six-week assault led to civilian deaths, displacements, POWs, and a humanitarian crisis affecting Armenians globally. Then last year, Azerbaijan closed the Lachin corridor, effectively starving the people of Artsakh, an act deemed genocidal by experts. And last week, Azerbaijan intensified its campaign against Artsakh, causing ethnic cleansing, widespread destruction and loss of life, and victimizing a people they methodically starved for over 9 months. With over 300 dead and thousands displaced, many in the international community condemned this attack. However President Aliyev’s ally, Turkish President Recip Tayyip Erdogan, expressed his full support for Azerbaijan’s military operation.
Aliyev's goal is clear: eliminate Armenians from Artsakh, as a prelude to a potential war against Armenia itself. The U.S. must cut aid to Azerbaijan, enforce Section 907 of the FREEDOM Support Act, demand Aliyev release of all prisoners of war, hold Azerbaijan accountable for war crimes, deploy independent monitors on the ground in Artsakh to ensure the safety of the Armenian population from further Azerbaijani aggression, sanction Azerbaijan for its flagrant violations of international law, and direct USAID, the Department of State, and the Department of Defense to assess options for the United States to assist in the delivery of aid to the people of Artsakh by land or airlift. We must redouble our efforts to stop the further displacement of the people of Artsakh, make it safe for them to return to their homes, and protect Armenia itself from any further acts of brutal violence by the Aliyev regime." View the Facebook post here.

09/25/23 - Rep. Schiff tweeted "My office is closely monitoring the developing situation in Artsakh. The reports of hundreds injured by an explosion are deeply alarming. I’m calling on the Biden Administration to direct immediate humanitarian aid and to assist with medical airlifts for those affected. President Aliyev must allow the free flow of aid without conditions or restrictions." View the tweet here.

09/21/23 - Rep. Schiff tweeted "Today marks the 32nd Armenian Independence Day. That independence is now under grave threat from a brutal dictatorship in Azerbaijan, that is engaging in acts of violence and ethnic cleansing. The United States must support Armenia's peaceful existence, and the right of self determination of the people of Artsakh. I stand firmly with the Armenian people, always." View the tweet here.

09/21/23 - Rep. Schiff posted the following to Facebook: "Today marks the 32nd anniversary of Armenian Independence Day. And the anniversary comes at a time when Armenia’s independence is once again threatened by a brutal regime in Azerbaijan, which is engaged in violence and ethnic cleansing against the people of Armenia and Artsakh. Now, more than ever, the United States must support our Armenian brothers and sisters in their right and aspiration to live in peace and security. I call on the Administration to intercede immediately to bring an end to the violence. And I will always stand in solidarity with the Armenian people." View the Facebook post here.

09/19/23 - Rep. Schiff tweeted "I have warned for months that Azerbaijan was openly implementing a genocidal campaign against the innocent civilians of Artsakh. 1/7

Today, Azerbaijan proved itself once again to be a ruthless aggressor, launching unprovoked attacks in Artsakh that have destroyed a school, killed at least one child and 24 adults, and injured more than 100 others. 2/7

We must halt ethnic cleansing and stop a second Armenian Genocide. I call on the Biden Administration to take immediate action: 3/7

First, President Biden should personally call Aliyev at once and demand he stop all military action against Artsakh. 4/7

Second, we must Immediately implement U.S. sanctions to hold the Azerbaijani aggressors accountable, including using tools such as Global Magnitsky and 7031c sanctions. 5/7

Third, we must immediately halt any and all U.S. assistance to Azerbaijan. Finally, demand the immediate deployment of independent monitors on the ground in Artsakh. 6/7

To learn more @RepGusBilirakis, @FrankPallone, and @RepDavidValadao, and I released the following statement: https://schiff.house.gov/news/press-releases/rep-schiff-and-armenian-congressional-caucus-co-chairs-react-to-unprovoked-attacks-on-artsakh" View the tweet here.

09/19/23 - Rep. Schiff posted the following to Facebook: "I have warned for months that Azerbaijan was openly implementing a genocidal campaign against the innocent civilians of Artsakh. Today, Azerbaijan proved itself once again to be a ruthless aggressor, launching unprovoked attacks in Artsakh that have destroyed a school, killed at least one child and 24 adults, and injured more than 100 others. We must halt ethnic cleansing and stop a second Armenian Genocide. I call on the Biden Administration to take immediate action: First, President Biden should personally call Aliyev at once and demand he stop all military action against Artsakh. Second, we must Immediately implement U.S. sanctions to hold the Azerbaijani aggressors accountable, including using tools such as Global Magnitsky and 7031c sanctions. Third, we must immediately halt any and all U.S. assistance to Azerbaijan. Finally, demand the immediate deployment of independent monitors on the ground in Artsakh." View the Facebook post here.

09/14/23 - Rep. Schiff tweeted "As the House considers the Defense Appropriations Bill, @RepAuchincloss and I are urging Congress to cut off aid to Azerbaijan. The ongoing blockade of the Lachin Corridor by Azerbaijan has cut off essential aid to over 120,000 people. Time is of the essence. The blockade must end.
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09/14/23 - Rep. Schiff posted the following to Facebook: "As the House considers the Defense Appropriations Bill, Rep. Jake Auchincloss and I are urging Congress to cut off aid to Azerbaijan. The ongoing blockade of the Lachin Corridor by Azerbaijan has cut off essential aid to over 120,000 people. Time is of the essence. The blockade must end." View the Facebook post here.

09/12/23 - Rep. Schiff posted the following to Facebook: "One year ago, Azerbaijani forces launched an unprovoked attack on troops and civilians in Armenia and Artsakh. In the months since, they have continued their campaign of violence. The U.S. must stand against these authoritarian acts, impose sanctions on Azerbaijan, and support Armenia’s sovereignty and Artsakh’s right to self-determination." View the Facebook post here.

09/05/23 - Rep. Schiff tweeted "To this day, Azerbaijan continues to illegally hold numerous Armenian prisoners of war, while the fate of many who are still missing remains unknown. My thoughts are with the families in Armenia and Artsakh still missing loved ones. I pray for their safe return, even as I pray for an end to the brutal blockade." View the tweet here.

09/05/23 - Rep. Schiff posted the following to Facebook: "To this day, Azerbaijan continues to illegally hold numerous Armenian prisoners of war, while the fate of many who are still missing remains unknown. My thoughts are with the families in Armenia and Artsakh still missing loved ones. I pray for their safe return, even as I pray for an end to the brutal blockade." View the Facebook post here.

09/02/23 - Rep. Schiff tweeted "On Artsakh’s Independence Day, I am thinking of the people in Artsakh who are being forced to bear a months-long, and deadly blockade. The United States and the international community must take action to protect Artsakh and Armenia from Azerbaijan’s aggression. And stop another genocide." View the tweet here.

09/02/23 - Rep. Schiff posted the following to Facebook: "On Artsakh’s Independence Day, I am thinking of the people in Artsakh who are being forced to bear a months-long, and deadly blockade. The United States and the international community must take action to protect Artsakh and Armenia from Azerbaijan’s aggression. And stop another genocide." View the Facebook post here.

08/24/23 - Rep. Schiff tweeted "I stand with Artsakh's 120,000 residents, and the Armenian diaspora defending them. Azerbaijan's illegal blockade of the Lachin Corridor must end. The US recognized the Armenian Genocide and said never again. We must do more than pledge. We must act." View the tweet here.

08/01/23 - Rep. Schiff tweeted "Azerbaijan's aggression is horrendous and unrelenting. Humanitarian aid to the people of Artsakh isn't a provocation, it's a necessity. Azerbaijan MUST allow humanitarian resources through the Lachin corridor, and the US must stand with Armenia and Artsakh. https://asbarez.com/foreign-diplomats-visit-kornidzor-where-aid-convoy-remains-blockaded/#:~:text=Accredited%20diplomats%20representing%2019%20foreign,entrance%20of%20the%20Lachin%20Corridor" View the tweet here.

07/20/23 - Rep. Schiff tweeted "Met an impressive class of @ARAMAC_DC interns today. We talked about the dangers to the people of Artsakh, and the importance of the work they do to inform Congress and the Administration of the risks of war. I’m proud to know these young future leaders." View the tweet here.

07/18/23 - Rep. Schiff tweeted "@RepJudyChu and I had the privilege of meeting @ANCA_DC's interns today! I'm proud to represent the largest Armenian-American community in Congress. We discussed the ongoing blockage of the Lachin Corridor and the humanitarian crisis in Artsakh. As well as the danger of another genocide." View the tweet here.

06/09/23 - Rep. Schiff tweeted "The Aliyev regime continues to violate human rights and terrorize the people of Armenia and Artsakh. It’s a crisis that will only escalate if the U.S. does not cut off aid to Azerbaijan and defend self-determination. I urge @POTUS to stand with Artsakh and take action now." View the tweet here.

04/24/23 - Rep. Schiff tweeted "Today, we remember the 1.5 million Armenians brutally massacred during the first genocide of the 20th century. We honor their memories, stand with their descendants, and continue to support Armenia and Artsakh against Azerbaijani aggression. And commit together – never again." View the tweet here.

04/24/23 - Rep. Schiff posted the following to Facebook: "It was an honor to stand with the Armenian community this weekend as we commemorated the 108th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide.

We must never forget.

And we must fight to ensure that Azerbaijan no longer terrorizes the people of Armenia and Artsakh." View the Facebook post here.

04/24/23 - Rep. Schiff posted the following to Facebook: "Today, we remember and honor the lives of Mardiros Deovletian, Shooshan Hounanian, Azniv Totigian, Mariam Minasian, Hadji Martiros Temelian, Armenouhi Toutikian – just a few names of those lost – and the more than 1.5 million men, women, and children who lost their lives in the first genocide of the 20th century.

More than 100 years ago, the Ottoman Empire systematically sought to destroy the Armenian people. The horror and brutality inflicted upon them are beyond words - infants were ripped from their mothers' arms, fathers were murdered in front of their children, and thousands were killed outright. Despite overwhelming evidence of this methodical mass killing, Turkey has long denied the genocide and silenced those who speak the truth.

However, in 2019, the U.S. House passed my resolution affirming the Armenian Genocide. The Senate also passed a resolution of recognition. And in 2021, President Joe Biden became the first sitting U.S. president to officially recognize it. These historic achievements are a victory for human rights and truth itself, made possible by the resilient and enduring Armenian diaspora.

But the work is not done. The Armenian people are still under attack in Armenia and Artsakh. Azerbaijan and Turkey have made war on the Armenian people, and many have died, been forced to flee, or remain prisoners of war. The United States must impose sanctions on Azerbaijan and stop supporting their leader, Aliyev. The U.S. must pressure Aliyev to reopen the Lachin Corridor, we must provide humanitarian assistance to Artsakh, call for the release of remaining Armenian prisoners of war and civilians, hold Azerbaijan accountable for the destruction of religious and cultural sites, and support democracy in Armenia and a free, independent Artsakh.

As we remember the innocent victims of the Armenian Genocide, we also reflect on the resilience of those who survived, and the perseverance of their children and grandchildren who have built new lives in the United States and enriched our nation with Armenian culture and heritage. Despite facing trials and tribulations, the Armenian people have not broken their faith, determination, and will to survive.

I will always stand with Armenia, Artsakh and the Armenian community and will not rest until safety, peace and justice are achieved for our Armenian brothers and sisters abroad. I will always stand with you." View the Facebook post here.

04/13/23 - Rep. Schiff posted the following to Facebook: "I am deeply troubled by the recent attack of Azerbaijani forces on Armenian soldiers in Syunik, which resulted in the death of 4 soldiers and the injury of 6 more. That Azerbaijan has repeatedly violated the ceasefire agreement, while continuing its blockade of the Lachlan Corridor, only increases the urgent need for action.

The U.S. and international community must hold Azerbaijan accountable for their continuous acts of aggression to prevent another outbreak of war and ensure the people of Armenia can live in peace." View the Facebook post here.

04/12/23 - Rep. Schiff tweeted "Tragic news in Armenia. 4 killed and another 6 injured in an attack by Azerbaijan. The U.S. and international community must intensify efforts to stop Azeri aggression, before there is another war in the region. We must hold Baku accountable and prevent further loss of life." View the tweet here.

04/01/23 - Rep. Schiff posted the following to Facebook: "Flyers posted in Glendale denying the Armenian Genocide or calling for its completion are an affront to the innocent men, women, and children murdered by the Ottoman Empire. And deeply painful to their descendants.

We condemn this hatred and incitement in the strongest terms.

Violence and hate have no place in our community." View the Facebook post here.

03/26/23 - Rep. Schiff posted the following to Facebook: "An excellent piece by the former Secretary General of NATO, calling for the EU to take stronger action to end the blockade of Artsakh and establish monitors along the Armenia - Azerbaijan border. The US must likewise demonstrate greater leadership. Or risk a renewed outbreak of war with dire consequences for Armenia and the region. " View the Facebook post here.

03/06/23 - Rep. Schiff posted the following to Facebook: "The attack by Azerbaijani forces that killed 3 Artsakh police officers is another act of deliberate murder and furthers the need for sanctions against Azerbaijan for their violations of human rights and the right to self-determination for the people of Artsakh. This latest violence comes during the ongoing humanitarian crisis caused by the blockade of the Lachin corridor, leaving 120,000 individuals in dire conditions. The U.S. must condemn Azerbaijan’s assaults on Artsakh and hold the Aliyev regime accountable. I urge the U.S. State Department and the Biden Administration to use all diplomatic channels available to address the increased instability in the region and ensure that the security and sovereignty of Artsakh is respected." View the Facebook post here.

02/27/23 - Rep. Schiff posted the following to Facebook: "I rise today to commemorate the 35th anniversary of the pogrom against the Armenian residents of the town of Sumgait, Azerbaijan. Beginning on February 27, 1988 and over the course of three days, Azerbaijani mobs assaulted and killed Armenians. The violence left dozens of Armenian civilians dead and hundreds injured, women and girls were raped, and some victims were burned alive after being tortured and beaten. Thousands were forced to flee their homes, leaving behind their belongings. Armenian homes and businesses were left to be looted and destroyed. The pogroms came about as the result of years of hateful, racist anti-Armenian propaganda woven into the very fabric of Azerbaijani society by Azerbaijani leaders, who made little effort to punish those responsible, instead attempting to cover up the atrocities in Sumgait and denying the government’s role in instigating the killings. This unprovoked violence against Armenians was a precursor to subsequent attacks on ethnic Armenians, including the pogroms in Kirovabad, Baku, and the Maragha Massacre. Time has not healed the wounds of those victimized in the pogroms or their families because three decades later, Azerbaijan’s aggression against the people of Armenia and Artsakh continues. Beginning on September 27, 2020, and over 44 days, Azerbaijani forces once again targeted and murdered innocent Armenians in Artsakh and displaced tens of thousands more. Azerbaijan’s violence again escalated in September of 2022, when Azeri forces shelled homes in the villages of Karmir Shuka and Taghavard in Artsakh and launched an unprovoked assault on sovereign Armenian territory. Today, Azerbaijan continues to terrorize the people of Artsakh by blocking the Lachin Corridor — the only road connecting Artsakh to Armenia. Since the blockade on December 12, 2022, the humanitarian crisis in Artsakh has grown more dire by the day, with widespread shortages of food, medicine and other necessities and rolling blackouts amid freezing temperatures. The effect has been devastating to the 120,000 individuals living in Artsakh, including children and the elderly. These are the horrific consequences when aggression and hatred grow unchecked and when Aliyev’s hostility is met with deafening silence, emboldening him to continue, and expand, his unprovoked attacks on the Armenian people, knowing there will be no repercussions. This is why Azerbaijan considers it acceptable to annihilate Armenians in their historical homeland. We cannot allow violence and crimes against humanity to go unanswered. The United States must immediately and permanently stop all U.S. assistance to Azerbaijan and impose sanctions. It must also direct U.S. humanitarian assistance to Artsakh, call for the safe and unconditional release of the remaining Armenian prisoners of war and captured civilians, hold Azerbaijan accountable for the destruction of religious and cultural sites, and support democracy in Armenia and a free, independent Artsakh. On this tragic anniversary, as we pause to remember the innocent victims of the pogroms, we are also reminded that despite the trials the Armenian people have faced, it has not broken their faith, determination, and their will to survive in the face of constant threats from Azerbaijan. Today, let us recommit ourselves to doing everything we can to bring liberation to our Armenian brothers and sisters abroad, once and for all." View the Facebook post here.

02/06/23 - Rep. Schiff posted the following to Facebook: "Proud to announce that the Permanent Representative of the Nagorno Karabakh Republic to the United States Robert Avetisyan will be my guest at tomorrow's State of the Union address. The humanitarian crisis in Artsakh grows direr by the day, with widespread shortages of food, medicine, and other necessities, rolling blackouts amid freezing winter temperatures, and tens of thousands of people cut off from their families, loved ones, and livelihoods. Families and children are suffering, and the United States must take decisive action to assist them. I hope Armenians, members of the Armenia diaspora in the United States, and the world – and yes, President Biden and the U.S. State Department – will see Permanent Representative of the Nagorno Karabakh Republic to the United States Robert Avetisyan’s attendance at the State of the Union as a strong signal that Congress will never stop advocating for peace for the humanitarian crisis in Artsakh. I will always stand with the people of Armenia and Artsakh and thank Avetisyan for bringing attention to this human suffering and humanitarian disaster, and I call on the President and the United States to use all diplomatic tools at its disposal to ensure the safety of the people of Artsakh amid the growing crisis in the region." View the Facebook post here.

02/02/23 - Rep. Schiff posted the following to Facebook: "Not another penny. Not another dime. Congress must end funding for Azerbaijan. We cannot stand by as the butcher in Baku brutally attacks the people of Artsakh. Teamed up with ANCA to demand a stronger response from the U.S. to the blockade and threat of war." View the Facebook post here.

01/30/23 - Rep. Schiff posted the following to Facebook: "It was shocking to see posters advocating genocide against Armenians. We must all condemn this bigotry in the strongest terms. Armenia and Artsakh face the real threat of war from Azerbaijan. The community needs support — not hate." View the Facebook post here.

01/30/23 - Rep. Schiff tweeted "It was shocking to see posters advocating genocide against Armenians. We must all condemn this bigotry in the strongest terms. Armenia and Artsakh face the real threat of war from Azerbaijan. The community needs support — not hate." View the tweet here.

01/18/23 - Rep. Schiff posted the following to Facebook: "The humanitarian crisis in Artsakh is approaching a dangerous new tipping point. Without immediate action from the international community, Aliyev will be further emboldened in his deadly campaign. The U.S. must drastically increase the pressure, with aid for Artsakh and sanctions for the aggressor." View the Facebook post here.

01/18/23 - Rep. Schiff tweeted "The humanitarian crisis in Artsakh is approaching a dangerous new tipping point. Without immediate action, Aliyev will be further emboldened in his deadly campaign. The U.S. must drastically increase the pressure, with aid for Artsakh and sanctions for the aggressor." View the tweet here.

01/06/23 - Rep. Schiff posted the following to Facebook: "Wishing the Armenian community a Merry Christmas. And praying that this new year brings peace, justice and prosperity to Armenia and Artsakh." View the Facebook post here.

12/20/22 - Rep. Schiff tweeted "Today in Artsakh, a hospital patient died because Azerbaijan's blockade cut them off from treatment. Many patients are still at risk. Basic supplies are running low. The humanitarian crisis is no longer potential - it’s here. I'm urging @POTUS to help ensure Artsakh's safety." View the tweet here.

12/13/22 - Rep. Schiff tweeted "Azerbaijan is intentionally blocking Artsakh's only connection to food, medical supplies, and heat in the dead of winter. It's a humanitarian crisis in the making - part of Aliyev's ongoing terror campaign against the Armenian people. The U.S. cannot stand idly by." View the tweet here.