During today’s proceedings at the Baku Military Court, significant information emerged regarding Bako Sahakyan, a defendant in an ongoing trial connected to the April 2016 Four-Day War. The court reviewed a document indicating that Sahakyan had agreed to participate in a session of the investigative commission set up by the Armenian National Assembly after the conflict.
As reported, Sahakyan confirmed this when questioned by the prosecutor, noting that the commission was led by Andranik Kocharyan, the chair of the Standing Committee on Defense and Security of the Armenian Parliament. He pointed out that both military and civilian witnesses were called to respond to inquiries during these sessions. Despite the military action being conducted on Azerbaijani soil, Sahakyan argued that it was logical for the commission to be formed in Armenia because the operations were carried out by Armenian forces.
In a broader context, it is essential to highlight that this trial involves Armenian citizens facing serious allegations, including war crimes and crimes against humanity. The court proceedings will resume on June 21, with expectations that further revelations will contribute to understanding the events surrounding the conflict.
This continuing legal process is vital for addressing issues from past conflicts and progressing towards accountability, which could foster a path toward long-term peace and reconciliation in the region.