Ruben Vardanyan’s wife: The Azerbaijani authorities abducted and arrested my husband

Ruben Vardanyan’s wife, Veronika Zonabend, made a statement,
confirming that Azerbaijan has arrested her husband.

“This morning, my husband, philanthropist, businessman, and
Former State Minister of Artsakh Ruben Vardanyan was arrested by the
Azerbaijani authorities. He was abducted while trying to leave Artsakh along
with the thousands of other Armenians fleeing from the Azerbaijani occupation.

Throughout these 10 months of the blockade, Ruben stood shoulder
to shoulder with the people of Artsakh, fighting for survival.

I am praying that my husband will be released unharmed and I
appeal for your support,” she said.