Alley of palm trees in Cannes named after Charles Aznavour

• 10.28.2022, 11:54
•  World,  Armenia

On October 26, in Cannes, the alley of palm trees leading to the stele dedicated to the Armenian Genocide and to the French resistance fighters of Armenian origin has been officially named Promenade Charles Aznavour in honor of the great French-Armenian singer.

The ceremony took place in the presence of Mayor of Cannes David Lisnard, Armenian Ambassador to France Hasmik Tolmajian, Nicolas Aznavour and the Union of Armenians of Cannes, the Aznavour Foundation reported on Thursday.

Charles Aznavour was a frequent attendant of the Cannes Film Festival, both as an actor and member of jury, he had strong ties with the city of Cannes and was its honorary citizen.

"This event also comes at a time when Armenia is once again being attacked and threatened in its survival. We must not stay indifferent. The current geopolitical situation should not mask this reality. I wish to mark our bond, our respect and our support for Armenia. We must support those who are oppressed and defend their integrity,” said Cannes Mayor David Lisnard.