Once more about principal position of Azerbaijan on resolution of Nagorno Karabakh conflict

A.Azimov stated that Azerbaijan's position is quite clear, as it has been repeatedly voiced on the highest level clearly and exactly. Nevertheless, the main principal positions can be shortly formulated in the following manner:

1. The conflict should be settled in the framework of the territorial integrity of Azerbaijan and this approach has no alternative.

2. The conflict solution should envision not only the liberation of seven regions, surrounding Nagorno Karabakh. The main task is the full restoration of the territorial integrity of Azerbaijan and preservation of Nagorno Karabakh within Azerbaijan to ensure its due status. The return of seven regions around Nagorno Karabakh does not ensure the complete resolution of the conflict.

3. Self-determination is only possible within the territorial integrity of Azerbaijan. International law envisions application of the said principle only in the form of internal self-determination. International law does not envision and imply any grounds for separation of a part of a state without agreement of the said state;

4. The definition of the status of Nagorno Karabakh requires return of Azerbaijani population, driven out of their native lands, and ensuring their security, like to the Armenian population. Only after that the definition of the status would be possible;

5. The road, passing Lachin, should be rendered for the equal and mutual use of both parties. This would guarantee normal, safe and stable functioning of this transport communication.

6. For development of Nagorno Karabakh, Azerbaijan is ready to undertake all measures, favorable for both communities, that will reside in this region. The main obstacle for passing to this stage is Armenia's occupation of the Azerbaijani lands;

7. Principles of return of Azerbaijanis to Nagorno Karabakh, use of the road, passing Lachin by both parties, and definition of the status of the region within the territorial integrity of Azerbaijan should be included in the draft main principles of the resolution of the conflict. Only in this case will the discussions be effective;

8. Nagorno Karabakh should remain an integral part of Azerbaijan. This will promote the resolution of the conflict and restoration of normal ties between Armenia and Azerbaijan. If Armenia choses any other way, it will gain nothing, except for animosity and isolation.

/Day.Az/