Armenia’s Artsakh recognition won’t trigger new war - NKR ex-FM![]() September 12, 2012 - 15:10 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Former Foreign Minister of Artsakh commented on Heritage opposition party’s proposition for Armenia to recognize the independence of Nagorno Karabakh Republic. Arman Melikyan expressed his unequivocal support for Artsakh recognition, which, as he noted, should go parallel to peace negotiations. Also, according to the ex-FM, Armenia’s recognition of Artsakh won’t trigger a new war, as many fear. “Armenia’s political forces must realize that introducing the issue on parliament agenda in full knowledge that the suggestion won’t be accepted, makes the problem seem less serious than it actually is. Armenian authorities’ position on NKR recognition is explained by the formers’ unwillingness to assume a single-handed responsibility for the step,” the former official concluded. Partner news Dwelling on the hike in gas prices, Iskandaryan said the change also affected other countries importing Russian gas. Armen Martirosyan noted that the price rise will further deteriorate the situation in the country, fostering emigration. In this connection, Foreign Minister Edward Nalbandian left for Strasbourg to attend CoE foreign ministers meeting. Orinats Yerkir party held a political council meeting on May 15, chaired by party leader Artur Baghdasaryan. Partner news |