Turkey's closed borders with Armenia a gross violation of international norms

PanARMENIAN.Net - "At international scene, Turkey never initiates short term programs. Turkey develops several scenarios of a single program, to use the suitable one in case of necessity. With Kurds', Cyprus and Armenian Genocide issues on its agenda, Turkey still negotiates for joining EU as a member," Heritage Parliamentary Faction Secretary Larisa Alaverdyan told a news conference in Yerevan.



According to Larisa Alaverdyan, experienced rival like Turkey should not be challenged without long-term plans.



When questioned by reporters whether Turkey is to blame for cessation of RA -Turkish rapprochement attempts, Larisa Alaverdyan responded that no rapprochement actually existed. When signing the road map, Turkey made some non-committal statements, without assuming any obligations as to their fulfillment, she noted.



Touching upon opening of RA-Turkish border, the MP noted that Turkey's closed border with Armenia is a gross violation of international norms. "Turkey continues blockading Armenia because of unresolved conflict with Azerbaijan, which actually has no bearing with Turkey. This is a gross violation of international law."