OSCE MINSK GROUP’S PROPOSALS ACCEPTABLE FOR ARMENIA
By Nana Petrosian

AZG Armenian Daily
04/07/2006

The statements of the OSCE Minsk Group co-chairs, particularly those
of American co-chair Matthew Bryza, are still being commented by
both sides of the conflict. Speaking to a press conference yesterday,
Armenian foreign minister Vartan Oskanian once again confirmed that "in
general the OSCE Minsk Group’s proposals are acceptable for Armenia,
and we are ready to continue negotiations with Azerbaijan."

In Oskanian’s opinion, the choice was correct as regards the
concessions. "I think the Azerbaijani side will understand that and
will take right steps."

Azerbaijani deputy foreign minister Araz Azimov stated on his part,
"Many statements of the Armenian side including those about the
referendum, Kelbajar and Lachin do not ring true." He said that
Azerbaijan will agree only to a nationwide referendum and will never
give up this principle.

Trend news agency quoted Azimov as saying that it is wrong to leave
Kelbajar and Lachin under Armenia’s control and that no one will
allow the Armenian side to keep any lands captive.