APA’s interview with Turkish scientist Mehmet Perinchek, the author of “The Armenian question in 120 documents from the Russian state archives”
- Did you find any documents and facts concerning Karabakh problem while doing research in the state archives of Russia?
- I found a number of documents in the archives concerning Karabakh problem. All of them are historical facts. There are interesting points in these facts. The document covering the period of Dashnak Armenia shows that Armenians committed savageries against Azerbaijanis in Karabakh. Moreover, the documents found in the archives show that Karabakh is the historical land of Azerbaijan. There are correspondences of Lenin, Stalin and Orjonikidze. In one of his correspondences Stalin says he supports Turks and Azerbaijanis. He writes that Azerbaijanis and Turks are right in this issue.
- How do you see the solution of Karabakh problem?
- Peaceful solution of the problem is very difficult, because there are various factors here. They are Russia and West, Azerbaijan and Armenia factors. Therefore, this problem can not be solved peacefully soon.
- How do you assess the position of Turkey and Russia in Karabakh problem?
- Turkey’s position is open and clear. All are aware of it. Turkey supports Azerbaijan’s right position. As regards Russia, Moscow has directed itself towards Azerbaijan. Armenia and US held talks. According to the talks, in case Armenia withdraws Russian military bases located in its territory, the US can recognize the independence of Karabakh. Russia has become aware of these talks, therefore directed its position towards Azerbaijan.
- Can diplomatic relations be restored between Turkey-Armenia soon?
- It is impossible. The signing of Armenia-Turkey protocols was a wrong step. I hope Turkish Foreign Ministry and government have understood that it is wrong.
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