24/04/2021 22:11
Azerbaijan's president describes recognition of Armenian Genocide by U.S. President as "historic mistake"
Azerbaijani and Turkish presidents Ilham Aliyev and Recep Tayyip Erdogan during the phone conversation condemned the statement of U.S. President Joe Biden where he recognizes the Armenian Genocide.
Azerbaijani president's press service reports that Aliyev described the decision as "historic mistake" and considered it unacceptable.
"During the conversation Aliyev also stressed that the statement is a serious blow to the tendencies of establishing cooperation in the region," the press service said.
Erdogan in his turn expressed gratitude to Aliyev for the support.