Why did the ottoman empire pres cute the armenians during the 1800s?

The Ottoman Empire pursued the Armenians during the 1800s due to rising nationalist sentiments and ethnic tensions within its multi-ethnic territories. The Armenians, seeking increased autonomy and reform, were viewed as a threat to the empire's stability. Additionally, economic competition and the influence of foreign powers supporting Armenian rights exacerbated the situation, leading to increased persecution. This culminated in the tragic events of the Armenian Genocide during World War I.