Armenian President Robert Kocharian conveyed condolences to the family of deceased Prime Minister Andranik Margaryan. The statement furnished by the RA leader's press office says in part, "I am deeply saddened by the untimely decease of outstanding political figure and friend Andranik Margaryan. His death is an irreparable loss not only for his family but also for all Armenian people. I express my deepest condolences and wish you patience and firmness. Our people will piously revere Andranik Margaryan's memory."