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OBAMA DEFINES 1915 INCIDENTS AS "GREAT TRAGEDY"
Anadolu Agency (AA), Turkey
April 24, 2013 Wednesday
US president used expression "Meds Yeghern-Great Tragedy" regarding
1915 incidents.
WASHINGTON
US President Barack Obama sed the expression of "Meds Yeghern"
denoting "Great Tragedy" in Armenian language to mark the incidents of
1915 in his statement released on April 24.
Armenians consider April 24 as the anniversary of 1915 incidents.
Obama stated, "Today we commemorate theMeds Yeghern and honor those
who perished in one of the worst atrocities of the 20th century."
Obama underscored, "98 years ago, 1.5 million Armenians were massacred
or marched to their deaths in the final days of the Ottoman Empire."
US PresidentObama highlighted that he has consistently stated his own
view of what occurred in 1915, and he said, "My view has not changed.
A full, frank, and just acknowledgement of the facts is in all of our
interests."
"Nations grow stronger by acknowledging and reckoning with painful
elements of the past, thereby building a foundation for a more just
and tolerant future. We appreciate this lesson in the US, as we strive
to reconcile some of the darkest moments in our own history. We
recognize those courageous Armenians and Turks who have already taken
this path, and encourage more to do so, with the backing of their
governments, and mine," highlighted Obama.
Barack Obama added, "The history and legacy of the Armenian people is
marked by an indomitable spirit, and a great resiliency in the face of
tremendous adversity and suffering. The US is stronger for the
contributions Armenian-Americans have made to our society, our
culture, and our communities. In small measure we return that
contribution by supporting the Armenian people as they work toward
building a nation that would make their ancestors proud: one that
cherishes democracy and respect for human liberty and dignity."
Lastly, he said, "Today we stand with Armenians everywhere in
recalling the horror of the Meds Yeghern, honoring the memory of those
lost, and affirming our enduring commitment to the people of Armenia."
Writing by Inci Gundag
Editing by Gokce Cansunar
Anadolu Agency (AA), Turkey
April 24, 2013 Wednesday
US president used expression "Meds Yeghern-Great Tragedy" regarding
1915 incidents.
WASHINGTON
US President Barack Obama sed the expression of "Meds Yeghern"
denoting "Great Tragedy" in Armenian language to mark the incidents of
1915 in his statement released on April 24.
Armenians consider April 24 as the anniversary of 1915 incidents.
Obama stated, "Today we commemorate theMeds Yeghern and honor those
who perished in one of the worst atrocities of the 20th century."
Obama underscored, "98 years ago, 1.5 million Armenians were massacred
or marched to their deaths in the final days of the Ottoman Empire."
US PresidentObama highlighted that he has consistently stated his own
view of what occurred in 1915, and he said, "My view has not changed.
A full, frank, and just acknowledgement of the facts is in all of our
interests."
"Nations grow stronger by acknowledging and reckoning with painful
elements of the past, thereby building a foundation for a more just
and tolerant future. We appreciate this lesson in the US, as we strive
to reconcile some of the darkest moments in our own history. We
recognize those courageous Armenians and Turks who have already taken
this path, and encourage more to do so, with the backing of their
governments, and mine," highlighted Obama.
Barack Obama added, "The history and legacy of the Armenian people is
marked by an indomitable spirit, and a great resiliency in the face of
tremendous adversity and suffering. The US is stronger for the
contributions Armenian-Americans have made to our society, our
culture, and our communities. In small measure we return that
contribution by supporting the Armenian people as they work toward
building a nation that would make their ancestors proud: one that
cherishes democracy and respect for human liberty and dignity."
Lastly, he said, "Today we stand with Armenians everywhere in
recalling the horror of the Meds Yeghern, honoring the memory of those
lost, and affirming our enduring commitment to the people of Armenia."
Writing by Inci Gundag
Editing by Gokce Cansunar