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"The U.S. is confident that the Karabakh conflict must be resolved based on the Madrid principles," U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton

04 June 2012 20:51 (UTC +04:00)

"The U.S. is confident that the Karabakh conflict must be resolved based on the Madrid principles, in particular, the right of peoples to self-determination and territorial integrity, excluding the use of force " - U.S. Secretary of State said.

The secretary also met with Armenian President Serzh Sargsyan. At the meeting it was noted that the U.S. will assist Armenia in its regional problems.

"I know, with what diligence you are looking for the solution of regional problems related to Armenia. I hope fore continuing the dialogue. U.S. is ready to assist and help you" - the press service of the President of Armenia quoted Mrs.Clinton.
The Head of the Department of State also urged Turkey to normalize relations with Armenia, saying that "the ball is in Turkey, " APA reports quoting voanews.com

"Obviously, this is one of the biggest problems, the United States would like to contribute to solve it," she said. According to her, the development of Armenia is limited by the fact that it has no economic relations with Turkey and Azerbaijan. Clinton said that there is hope for progress in resolving the contraditions between Turkey and Armenia.