Gurgen Yeghiazaryan: It was Armenia that caused Turkey's penetration into South CaucasusNovember 26, 2009 - 14:56 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - It's the first time since 1915 for Armenia to find itself in such a disgracing situation, said Gurgen Yeghiazaryan, Hnchak Social Democratic party board member. "The signature of protocols brought Armenia against a deadlock and change in power can be the only way out," he told a news conference in Yerevan. "Even Turkish intelligentsia recognized the Armenian Genocide, yet by signing protocols Armenia gave cause for questioning the fact," Mr. Yeghiazaryan said, adding that he sees no sense in formation of a historic committee, as stipulated by protocols. He expressed doubts over pro-Armenian nature of protocols, blaming the situation on the illegitimate status of Armenian president. "It was Armenia that let Turkey penetrate into the South Caucasus and meddle in issues it has no connection with," Mr. Yeghiazaryan concluded. 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 | The Power of One Dram to benefit Road of Life charity The companies inform that the May beneficiary of The Power of One Dram is the “Road of Life” charitable organization. Ucom General Director gives lecture at French University in Armenia The General Director of Ucom Ralph Yirikian delivered a lecture at the French University of Armenia. Kazakhstan welcomes Yerevan, Baku’s agreement to meet in Almaty Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has welcomed the agreement of Baku and Yerevan to hold negotiations in Almaty. Armenia offers to temporarily host, preserve Gaza manuscripts The Armenian Foreign Minister has said Yerevan is ready to help preserve manuscripts from the conflict zone in Gaza. |