Ermeni Soykırımı (Armenian Genocide)

The Armenian Genocide refers to the systematic mass killing and expulsion of around 1.5 million Armenians by the Ottoman Empire, primarily during 1915-1916. As the empire faced World War I, Armenians—considered a Christian minority—were targeted through massacres, forced deportations, and starvation. Many histories and governments recognize this as a genocide due to the deliberate intent to eliminate the Armenian people. It remains a sensitive and debated topic, with acknowledgment varying among nations and scholars. The event is significant as one of the earliest 20th-century genocides, highlighting the devastating consequences of racial, religious, and political persecution.