What is april 24 national day?

April 24 is recognized as Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day in many countries. It marks the anniversary of the 1915 arrest and execution of Armenian intellectuals and community leaders in Constantinople (now Istanbul) by the Ottoman government. This event is widely considered the beginning of the Armenian%20Genocide, during which an estimated 1.5 million Armenians were systematically killed.

On this day, Armenians worldwide and their supporters commemorate the victims, advocate for international recognition of the Armenian%20Genocide, and call for justice and reconciliation. Commemorations often involve memorial services, protests, and educational events.

The Turkish government disputes the term "genocide," arguing that the deaths were a result of wartime conditions and that both Turks and Armenians suffered casualties. This difference in interpretation remains a significant point of contention between Turkey and Armenia, and between Turkey and many countries that recognize the Armenian%20Genocide.