UAR: actually, relations between Armenia and Turkey wretchedAugust 6, 2008 - 18:20 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Closed borders and absence of diplomatic ties prove that relations between Armenia and Turkey remain wretched, said Gegham Khalatyan, Vice President of the Union of Armenians of Russia."The Presidents' statements on normalization of relations are just declarative and do not inspire optimism," he said. "It's well known that Armenia reiterates readiness to normalize relations without preconditions, while Turkey goes on stipulating conditions, including resolution of the Karabakh conflict in favor Azerbaijan and change of policy of calling for worldwide recognition of the Armenian Genocide, a crime which has been already condemned by 20 countries throughout the globe. There is no force that can prevent triumph of justice. Neighborliness is impossible unless the Turkish leaders find the courage repent of their deeds. Turkey openly supports Azerbaijan which threatens Armenia with war. It's not a sign of good intentions," UAR Vice President said, ANF news agency reports. 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 | Mirzoyan says meeting with Bayramov was “constructive” At the moment, Ararat Mirzoyan said, there is no basis for additional comments. OSCE vows support for Armenia “in all three directions of security” Achieving stable peace between Armenia and Azerbaijan remains a priority of the OSCE, said Ian Borg. 151 detained as civil disobedience campaigns continue in Yerevan Citizens have been blocking streets in the Armenian capital, demanding Nikol Pashinyan’s resignation. France welcomes Armenia-Azerbaijan meeting in Almaty France has welcomed the new round of negotiations between the foreign ministers of Armenia and Azerbaijan. |