On April 16, on the margins of his working visit to France, Foreign Minister Zohrab Mnatsakanyan visited Notre Dame de Paris, which was affected by fire the day before.

Speaking to the local media, Minister Mnatsakanyan mentioned: "As everyone in the world, we are also deeply saddened by the news of the blaze which has caused great damage to this enormous monument of historical heritage, the heritage of more than 850 years, which symbolizes so many people. This is the French contribution in the human civilization, and I am confident that with the support of all of us France will be able to preserve this unique exhibit, this magnificent monument of the historical, cultural and civilizational heritage of humanity.

We express our solidarity with the people and the government of France. I am here to reaffirm our support to work together to see this beautiful monument completely restored and repaired so that future generations can also enjoy the feeling of pride about the achievements of humanity, about its heritage. We are obviously committed to work together in this direction. "