US SHARES EUROPE’S HOPES FOR NORMALIZATION OF ARMENIAN-TURKISH RELATIONS

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26.06.2008 12:06

"We share our European Allies’ hope that Turkey and Armenia will soon
normalize their relations," US Assistant Secretary of State Matthew
Bryza said, delivering a lecture on invigorating the U.S.-Turkey
strategic partnership at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy.

"This will involve a decision by Turkey to restore diplomatic relations
and reopen its border with Armenia, and Armenia’s recognition of its
existing border with Turkey. We hope such steps will also lead to
a heartfelt discussion of the shared and tragic past of these two
friends of the United States," the diplomat said.