I. Ermeni Sorunun Tarihsel Boyutu
6. ABD Başkanlarının
Demeçleri
George W. BUSH
- Nisan 24, 2002
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Today, we commemorate an appalling tragedy of the 20th century, the massacre
of as many as 1.5 million Armenians through forced exile and murder at the
end of the Ottoman Empire. These horrific killings left wounds that remain
painful for people in Armenia, in Turkey, and around the world. I join the
Armenian community in America and across the globe in mourning this
horrendous loss of life.
Today is an occasion for the world to reflect upon and draw lessons from
these terrible events. It is a day for recognizing that demonizing others
lays the foundation for a dark cycle of hatred. Transcending this venomous
pattern requires painful introspection about the past and wise determination
to forge a new future based on truth and reconciliation. In this spirit, I
look forward to Turkey restoring economic, political, and cultural links
with Armenia.
The United States greatly values the contributions that Armenians make to
our national life. With faith and courage, generations of Armenians have
overcome great suffering and proudly preserved their centuries-old culture,
traditions, and religion. The United States is also deeply grateful for
Armenia's swift and decisive cooperation in the war against terrorism.
Just as the United States reached out to the Armenian people to provide
shelter and freedom early in the last century, so did Armenia extend a
supportive hand to the American people in the immediate aftermath of
September 11. Our two peoples stand together in this fight in support of
values that define civilization itself.
I am also very proud of America's strong support for a free Armenian state,
whose citizens enjoy the fruits of peace and increasing prosperity. In the
months to come, America will continue to increase its security cooperation
with Armenia and with Armenia's neighbors to combat terrorism and pursue a
lasting and just settlement to the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict, which will
strengthen peace and stability in the Caucasus. The United States will also
continue its strong support for Armenia's efforts to develop democratic and
free market institutions, and to deepen its integration into the
Euro-Atlantic community.
On behalf of the American people, I send warm wishes and expressions of
solidarity to the Armenian people on this solemn day of remembrance.
Together, our nations look with hope and determination toward a future of
peace, prosperity, and freedom.
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