Gurgen Yeghiazaryan: It was Armenia that caused Turkey's penetration into South CaucasusNovember 26, 2009 - 14:56 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - It's the first time since 1915 for Armenia to find itself in such a disgracing situation, said Gurgen Yeghiazaryan, Hnchak Social Democratic party board member. "The signature of protocols brought Armenia against a deadlock and change in power can be the only way out," he told a news conference in Yerevan. "Even Turkish intelligentsia recognized the Armenian Genocide, yet by signing protocols Armenia gave cause for questioning the fact," Mr. Yeghiazaryan said, adding that he sees no sense in formation of a historic committee, as stipulated by protocols. He expressed doubts over pro-Armenian nature of protocols, blaming the situation on the illegitimate status of Armenian president. "It was Armenia that let Turkey penetrate into the South Caucasus and meddle in issues it has no connection with," Mr. Yeghiazaryan concluded. 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 | 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. |