Vahan Dilanyan: Turkey had better recognize Armenian GenocideFebruary 13, 2009 - 16:52 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Turkey had better recognize the Armenian Genocide in the Ottoman Empire and alleviate the burden of international claims, an Armenian expert said."April 24 is not far away. Turkey's exclamations about willingness to normalize relations with Armenia become more frequent. And I will not be surprised if it announces intention to open the border before April. However, we should not forget that it will be nothing but a diplomatic maneuver," Vahan Dilanyan, head of political developments research center, told reporters in Yerevan. He emphasized that Yerevan should be cautious about Ankara's statements, since they are conditioned by the fear of Washington's recognition of the Armenian Genocide. Top stories Achieving stable peace between Armenia and Azerbaijan remains a priority of the OSCE, said Ian Borg. The Cabinet of Ministers decided on Thursday, November 9 to allocated AMD 120 million to arrange the gathering. Michael Roth believes sanctions must be put on the table after Baku‘s ethnic cleansing in Nagorno-Karabakh. The Yerevan City Council has elected Tigran Avniyan from the ruling Civil Contract as the mayor of the Armenian capital. Partner news | Armenia, Turkey discuss restoration of historic bridge The meeting took place on May 17 in Ashgabat on the sidelines of an international conference of ministers of culture. India wants Armenia’s proposals on use of Chabahar port India is expecting proposals from Armenia regarding the use of Chabahar port in Iran, Indian ambassador says. EU welcomes Armenia-Azerbaijan “progress” The EU has welcomed “progress” made in the framework of the Armenia-Azerbaijan border delimitation process. Belarus opposition leader slams Lukashenko for Karabakh trip Belarusian opposition politician Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya has harshly criticized the visit of Lukashenko to Karabakh. |