NKR President Sends Condolences to Abkhazia President for Ardzinba’s Death

Nagorno-Karabakh Republic (NKR) President Bako Sahakyan sent a letter of condolence for the death of Vladislav Ardzinba to Republic of Abkhazia President Sergey Baghapsh, reads a press release issued by the central information department of the NKR President.

The letter reads:

“Abkhazia and its people suffered a great loss. The first President of the Republic of Abkhazia Vladislav Ardzinba has departed this life.

“Vladislav Ardzinba stood at the origins of the national-liberation movement of Abkhazia, leading the republic at the most crucial period of its history. Under his governance, Abkhazia overcame all hardships with flying colors, embarked firmly on the path of further strengthening its statehood.

“Vladislav Ardzinba is widely known — far beyond Abkhazia. He enjoys deep respect in Artsakh [Nagorno-Karabakh].

“On the behalf of the people and the authorities of the Nagorno-Karabagh Republic, I express my condolences and support to you and the people of Abkhazia for this irretrievable loss.”