May 26, 2009 - 16:15 AMT
Turkey's policy towards Armenia optimal
Turkey's Ambassador to Russia Halil Akinci said his country's policy towards Armenia is optimal.

"The closed border is not the only problem. There are also relations between Turkey and Azerbaijan which are described as one nation two states. There are also differences on historical facts," he said.

"We endeavor to have good relations with neighbors. We have launched flights to Armenia. However, establishment of diplomatic relations should go parallel to resolution of the Karabakh problem," the ambassador said.

"Our President was in Yerevan last year . This visit was a sign of good will. Now it's Armenia's turn to take steps. It's our sincere wish to have all borders in the Caucasus open," he concluded, RBC reported.