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VICE SPEAKER: DISCUSSION OF THE NAGORNO-KARABAKH CONFLICT AT THE UN GENERAL ASSEMBLY IS IMPORTANT FOR AZERBAIJAN
Trend
Sept 8 2011
Azerbaijan
Discussion of the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict at the UN General Assembly
is important for Azerbaijan, Deputy Speaker of the Azerbaijani
Parliament Bahar Muradova said in an interview with yap.org.az.
"When international instruments do not work, it is natural to express
an opinion that the negotiation process on Nagorno-Karabakh conflict
has exhausted. But given the balance of international forces and
interests of international community and when there are facts showing
the ability to undertake decisive steps if necessary, it is possible to
conclude that the opportunities have not exhausted. Simply a political
decision and specific actions are necessary for it," said Muradov.
Everybody is aware of the possibility of the international force and
what tools of pressure they possess, Muradov said. Simply there is no
decision on their use. If there would be a decision that this conflict
must be ended, it could be done at the same time, said Muradova.
"It would be reasonable to again discuss " "Within the UN, it would be
wise to reconsider the situation in the occupied territories and make
an appropriate decision. Of course, this factor will help strengthen
the diplomatic positions of Azerbaijan. It is also important in terms
of clarifying the positions of some countries. Describing this issue
on the agenda of the 66th session of the UN General Assembly is very
important because expressing position on this matter during the
ceasefire, when civilians are often killed, property is damaged,
national and cultural richness is destroyed is a task that is
included in the mandate of this organization. From this point of
view, the discussion of the conflict situation in the UN and other
international organizations can have a positive impact on the solution
of the problem," said Muradov.
The conflict between the two South Caucasus countries began in 1988
when Armenia made territorial claims against Azerbaijan. Armenian
armed forces have occupied 20 percent of Azerbaijan since 1992,
including the Nagorno-Karabakh region and 7 surrounding districts.
Azerbaijan and Armenia signed a ceasefire agreement in 1994. The
co-chairs of the OSCE Minsk Group - Russia, France, and the U.S. -
are currently holding the peace negotiations.
Armenia has not yet implemented the U.N. Security Council's four
resolutions on the liberation of the Nagorno-Karabakh and the
surrounding regions.
From: Emil Lazarian | Ararat NewsPress
Trend
Sept 8 2011
Azerbaijan
Discussion of the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict at the UN General Assembly
is important for Azerbaijan, Deputy Speaker of the Azerbaijani
Parliament Bahar Muradova said in an interview with yap.org.az.
"When international instruments do not work, it is natural to express
an opinion that the negotiation process on Nagorno-Karabakh conflict
has exhausted. But given the balance of international forces and
interests of international community and when there are facts showing
the ability to undertake decisive steps if necessary, it is possible to
conclude that the opportunities have not exhausted. Simply a political
decision and specific actions are necessary for it," said Muradov.
Everybody is aware of the possibility of the international force and
what tools of pressure they possess, Muradov said. Simply there is no
decision on their use. If there would be a decision that this conflict
must be ended, it could be done at the same time, said Muradova.
"It would be reasonable to again discuss " "Within the UN, it would be
wise to reconsider the situation in the occupied territories and make
an appropriate decision. Of course, this factor will help strengthen
the diplomatic positions of Azerbaijan. It is also important in terms
of clarifying the positions of some countries. Describing this issue
on the agenda of the 66th session of the UN General Assembly is very
important because expressing position on this matter during the
ceasefire, when civilians are often killed, property is damaged,
national and cultural richness is destroyed is a task that is
included in the mandate of this organization. From this point of
view, the discussion of the conflict situation in the UN and other
international organizations can have a positive impact on the solution
of the problem," said Muradov.
The conflict between the two South Caucasus countries began in 1988
when Armenia made territorial claims against Azerbaijan. Armenian
armed forces have occupied 20 percent of Azerbaijan since 1992,
including the Nagorno-Karabakh region and 7 surrounding districts.
Azerbaijan and Armenia signed a ceasefire agreement in 1994. The
co-chairs of the OSCE Minsk Group - Russia, France, and the U.S. -
are currently holding the peace negotiations.
Armenia has not yet implemented the U.N. Security Council's four
resolutions on the liberation of the Nagorno-Karabakh and the
surrounding regions.
From: Emil Lazarian | Ararat NewsPress