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Israel moves to formally recognize Armenian WWI deaths as a genocide

Israel's Cabinet approved a proposal to designate violence against Armenians by the Ottoman Empire during World War I as a genocide. The step reflects deteriorating ties between Israel and Turkey.

Israel moves to formally recognize Armenian WWI deaths as a genocide
Image: NPR World

Israel's Cabinet approved a proposal to designate violence against Armenians by the Ottoman Empire during World War I as a genocide. The step reflects deteriorating ties between Israel and Turkey.

(Image credit: Oded Balilty)

Originally published at NPR World

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