To recognize Armenian Genocide means to equate it with HolocaustJanuary 22, 2009 - 16:00 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Israel can recognize the Armenian Genocide only if outraged by Turkey, a Russian expert said. "Israel's position on the issue is quite clear. To recognize Armenian Genocide would mean to equate it with Holocaust, what is inadmissible for Jews," senior lecturer at Saint-Petersburg State University, expert at the Center of Oriental Studies, Ph.D. in history Alexander Sotnichenko told PanARMENIAN.Net Another important factor is that the Armenian Diaspora is not strong in Israel, according to him. As to U.S. recognition of the Armenian Genocide, Sotnichenko said, it will be possible if Turkey takes up anti-American policy. "The Armenian community of the United States is very influential. Nevertheless, withdrawal of U.S. troops from Iraq will facilitate the Turkish-U.S. relations. Under the circumstances, genocide recognition will be unlikely," he said. Top stories Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev arrived in Moscow on April 22 to hold talks with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. 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". Partner news | Pashinyan travels to Iran to pay tribute to Raisi, others Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has left for the Islamic Republic of Iran on a working visit. Your home is in Armenia – Ameriabank offers mortgage loans for the Diaspora To buy real estate, Diasporans can apply to Ameriabank online to buy, renovate or build a home anywhere in Armenia. Armenia-Qatar ties discussed in Doha The Secretary of Armenia’s Security Council met with the Deputy Secretary General of the National Security Council of Qatar. ARARAT special evening dedicated to Aznavour's 100th Anniv. On May 20 ARARAT legendary Armenian brandy, celebrated the centennial of Maestro Charles Aznavour with a special event. |