“French Ambassador and Mayor of Marseille Discuss Cooperation and Strengthened Ties with Armenia”
French Ambassador and deputy head of diplomatic mission met with Mayor of Marseille to strengthen cooperation between two cities. Discussion included current situation in Armenia, relations between France and Armenia, and connection between Marseille and Armenian community.
“France Cracks Down on Industrial Waste Pollution in Marseille: Massive Operation to Tackle Illegal Waste Trafficking”
France tackles pollution caused by industrial waste in Marseille through a massive operation involving hundreds of police officers, inspectors, and customs officers. President Macron aims to end illegal waste disposal and enforce environmental regulations. Measures include relocating waste incinerators to other locations following a tragic incident last year.
“Monument Honoring Armenian Genocide Perpetrator Unveiled in Marseille, France”
The monument of Soghomon Tehlirian, an Armenian hero and perpetrator of the Armenian Genocide, was unveiled in Marseille. Armenians attended the ceremony, where children sang a song honoring Tehlirian. In 2017, a promenade in Marseille was also named after him. Tehlirian participated in the defense of Armenia during World War I and was acquitted for killing Talat Pasha, the main organizer of the genocide. He later settled in Belgium and the US before passing away in San Francisco at 64.