Armenian ambassador’s words crippled in AzerbaijanSeptember 8, 2011 - 20:07 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Charles Aznavour , Armenia’s ambassador to Switzerland, renowned singer’s words were crippled by Turkish media. Particularly, Aznavour mentioned that for facilitating dialogue with Turkey and opening of the Armenian-Turkish border, Armenians need to use a word other than Genocide, as reported by Turkish HaberTurk. Moreover, due to such statements the singer faced criticism by the French-Armenian community,” according to the agency. However, the shorthand record of the conversation with a French TV journalist makes the singer’s intention clear. To the journalist’s question Aznavour noted that the word Genocide makes him uneasy. If this word embarrasses the Turks, it can be replaced with another word for establishing relationships with them. According to the ambassador it is not the word that is going to assess the tragedy. “The fact remains, that Turks wanted to massacre Armenians.” Commenting on Turkish Government’s denial policy, Aznavour noted that it is rather a matter of honor which will be sullied after recognizing the fact. Media spread reports that Charles Aznavour called on replacing the word Genocide, with it hampering the establishment of good neighborly relations. He also expressed wish to visit Turkey noting that they are a good nation. Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads. Partner news | Biden honors resilience of Armenian people on April 24 U.S. President Joe Biden has issued a statement on the 109th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. Ex-Karabakh leader moved to solitary confinement cell in Baku, his son says David Vardanyan is the son of former Karabakh leader Ruben Vardanyan who who is currently imprisoned in Azerbaijan. Macron says France commemorates 109th anniv. of Armenian genocide Today France commemorates the 109th anniversary of the Armenian genocide of 1915, Macron says. Freedom House concerned by mounting reports of police violence in Armenia Freedom House urged Armenian authorities to investigate this pattern of excessive force and inhumane treatment. |