To recognize Armenian Genocide means to equate it with HolocaustJanuary 22, 2009 - 16:00 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Israel can recognize the Armenian Genocide only if outraged by Turkey, a Russian expert said. "Israel's position on the issue is quite clear. To recognize Armenian Genocide would mean to equate it with Holocaust, what is inadmissible for Jews," senior lecturer at Saint-Petersburg State University, expert at the Center of Oriental Studies, Ph.D. in history Alexander Sotnichenko told PanARMENIAN.Net Another important factor is that the Armenian Diaspora is not strong in Israel, according to him. As to U.S. recognition of the Armenian Genocide, Sotnichenko said, it will be possible if Turkey takes up anti-American policy. "The Armenian community of the United States is very influential. Nevertheless, withdrawal of U.S. troops from Iraq will facilitate the Turkish-U.S. relations. Under the circumstances, genocide recognition will be unlikely," he said. 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 | Czech-Armenian military cooperation discussed in Yerevan A delegation led by the Director General for the Industrial Cooperation Division of the Ministry of Defence of the Czech Republic visited Armenia. U.S. welcomes efforts to define Armenia-Azerbaijan border The United States welcomes efforts to define the border between Armenia and Azerbaijan, says Vedant Patel. 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. |