Russia's TASS News Agency Official Commends Antalya Forum Deliverables

(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) ANTALYA, Türkiye, April 11. The Antalya Diplomacy Forum continues to affirm its significance as one of the key international platforms for discussing political and diplomatic matters, Mikhail Gusman, First Deputy Director-General of Russia's TASS, said in an interview with Trend on the sidelines of the forum.

"This is, in my opinion, one of the most important political and diplomatic forums in the modern world. We must acknowledge the crucial role played here by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, who today delivered a very strong, interesting, and profound speech," he added.

He also highlighted the participation of the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev.

"This is another testament to the close friendship and truly fraternal cooperation that Azerbaijan shares with Türkiye," he said.

According to Gusman, amid global challenges, including conflicts in the South Caucasus, the Middle East, Europe, and Africa, "the convergence of positions and mutual understanding" becomes of paramount importance.

"Azerbaijan and Russia are forming very close relations. Even closer ties exist between Türkiye and Azerbaijan," he pointed out, recalling Türkiye's solidarity with Azerbaijan during the 44-day war.

"Signing a peace treaty when the main legislative document of the country with which the treaty is signed includes provisions with territorial claims is impossible," Gusman stated, emphasizing that such provisions could become a "time bomb."

He also noted Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev's readiness for peace and building trust with Armenia.

"President Ilham Aliyev has shown friendliness and willingness to engage in the peace process. However, Armenia must also take steps to foster this trust," he added.

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