I. Ermeni Sorunun Tarihsel Boyutu
6. ABD Başkanlarının
Demeçleri
George W. BUSH -
Nisan
24, 2004
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Armenian Remembrance Day
On this day, we pause in remembrance of one of the most horrible tragedies
of the 20th century, the annihilation of as many as 1.5 million Armenians
through forced exile and murder at the end of the Ottoman Empire. This
terrible event remains a source of pain for people in Armenia and Turkey and
for all those who believe in freedom, tolerance, and the dignity of every
human life. I join with my fellow Americans and the Armenian community in
the United States and around the world in mourning this loss of life.
The United States is proud of the strong ties we share with Armenia. From
the end of World War I and again since the reemergence of an independent
Armenian state in 1991, our country has sought a partnership with Armenia
that promotes democracy, security cooperation, and free markets. Today, our
Nation remains committed to a peace settlement in the Nagorno-Karabakh
conflict and is grateful for Armenia's continuing cooperation in the war on
terror. By advancing understanding and goodwill, free nations can help build
a brighter future for the world. Our country seeks to help Armenia expand
its strategic relations with the United States and our European allies.
Generations of Armenian Americans have also strengthened our communities and
enriched our Nation's character. By preserving their heritage, faith, and
traditions, Armenian Americans enhance the diversity that makes America
great.
I commend individuals in Armenia and Turkey who have worked to support peace
and reconciliation, including through the Turkish-Armenian Reconciliation
Commission, and call on Armenia and Turkey to restore their economic,
political, and cultural ties. I also send warm wishes and expressions of
solidarity to the Armenian people on this solemn day of remembrance.
GEORGE W. BUSH
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