French-Armenian World-famous singer and song-writer Charles Aznavur has proposed replacing the term “Genocide” with another word.
According to the Turkish media, the singer addressd the Armenia-Turkey raprrochement process on Sunday, while speaking during a popular TV broadcast on a French channel.
"The word genocide is bothering me," he said. "You should find another word to ask for a dialogue with the Turks".
Aznavur, who now serves as Armenia's ambassador to Switzerland, is said to have expressed a positive opinion about Turkey and the Turkish nation.
"I see the dream to visit Turkey. I was told because the Turks are very different, good people. There is nice weather, nice food," the singer was quoted as saying.
His statement has reportedly stirred up anger among Armenians worldwide, with many accused the singer of denialism and betrayal.
"Some Armenians have sent letters to Armenian organizations in France, calling for criticism against Charles Aznavour. Yet, there are many others who support Aznavur," the Turkish newspaper Milliyet reported.
According to the Turkish Milliyet, Armenians from different world countries have asked the Armenian organizations in France to criticize the singer.
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