We completely reject the latest statement made by French Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin against Azerbaijan and the alleged links between Azerbaijan and the leaders of the New Caledonia independence movement, as stated in his interview with France-2 on May 16, 2024.
First and foremost, we once again strongly condemn the offensive remarks made by the French side towards Azerbaijan and call for an end to the slanderous campaign against Azerbaijan with unacceptable accusations such as the mass killing of Armenians.
It would be more appropriate for the French Interior Minister to recall the history of his own country, which committed crimes against humanity against indigenous peoples and the brutal killings of millions of innocent people as part of its colonial policy conducted over many years.
Moreover, instead of accusing Azerbaijan of allegedly supporting independence protests in New Caledonia, the French Interior Minister should focus on his country’s failed policies regarding overseas territories, which have led to such protests.
We once again call on France to cease its baseless accusations against our country.
