Panorama.am

15:59 02/06/2007

AZERBAIJANI POLITICAL SCIENTIST SAYS COMPENSATING FORMER LACHIN
RESIDENTS AN ATTEMPT TO SOLVE ARMENIAN-AZERBAIJANI CONFLICT

Six Azerbaijani citizens, formerly living in Lachin, have submitted a
claim to the European Court of Human Rights demanding compensation for
damage. The claim was accepted against Armenia and the court decided
to discuss the case. Azerbaijani political scientist, Ilgar Mamedov,
believes that Lachin is the one of the cornerstones of Nagorno
Karabakh conflict settlement. He said OSCE co-chairs report serious
progress. Particularly Mamedov refers to Matthew Bryza saying `the
sides have agreed on hand over of territories under the Armenian
control.’

This statement was followed by the Armenian ministry of foreign
affairs saying `until the status of Nagorno Karabakh is decided, the
right for self-determination of Karabakh people guaranteed and smooth
geographical contacts with Armenia assured, Armenian side is not going
to talk about tertiary issues.’

Further, the political scientist deliberates that `if the
Azerbaijanies get compensated for their property according to law,
they practically lose their right and interest to return to their
places of resident. Isn’t this a best solution to settle numerous
issues on the table of talks?’ Mamedov raises the question. The
political scientist also believes the compensations will be funded by
international donors under `investment for peace regulation.’ `It will
be easier to force Azerbaijani to go for concessions on Lachin if
there is no claimant for property,’ Mamedov says.

Source: Panorama.am

From: Emil Lazarian | Ararat NewsPress