Armenian-Turkish ties normalization makes Baku increasingly aggressive

April 1, 2009 - 17:26 AMT
PanARMENIAN.Net - Armenian- Turkish border might be opened this year. This circumstance, as well as intensification of Armenian-Turkish ties lessen the possibility for US President Barack Obama to recognize the Armenian Genocide, Armenian Center for National and International Studies (ACNIS) Director Richard Giragosian stated. "Armenian-Turkish ties normalization makes Baku increasingly aggressive towards Armenia. Opening of border and establishment of diplomatic relations between Yerevan and Ankara deprives Baku of levers to influence Armenia," the military expert noted.



According to Richard Giragosian, Armenia should be ready to counter Azerbaijan's reaction.

"To Armenia Azerbaijan presents more danger than Turkey. Azerbaijan feels isolated in the region, which might lead to Baku's increased enmity," the expert emphasized.
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