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  • #81
    Re: Political prisoners in Armenia

    Originally posted by Mukuch View Post
    Well I do not know exactly who and how have killed Monte, but I always suspected that it was by Levons or Vazgen Sarkisyans orders. If you know more than that tell us…
    Well the official and widely-accepted story is that he was killed in an uneventful battle by Azeris. See here

    I've heard other allegations of the mafia possibly being behind it because Monte was clamping down on the drug trade.
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    • #82
      Re: Political prisoners in Armenia

      Originally posted by Federate View Post

      I've heard other allegations of the mafia possibly being behind it because Monte was clamping down on the drug trade.
      I heard that he was to independent of authorities and was enjoying enormous popularity along the fighters what was making him very dangerous for establishment.

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      • #83
        Re: Political prisoners in Armenia

        Originally posted by Tongue View Post
        You cannot be that naive. If it wasn't for Russia, Azerbaijan had attacked Armenia to take Karabakh back by now! The only reason they have not attacked us is because a powerful country like Russia has our back. You possibly can't believe that US or even UN would care to get involved with Armenian issues. UN is not doing anything about the genocide that's going on in Darfur, you expect them to get involved when Turkey attacks Armenia? They will all sit back and watch!.......
        The most important objective for US, Israel and Europe is stability in this region with its oil and gas routes (specifically the need for newer routes to feed the war in Afghanistan)……hence such a push to resolve the NKR issue and Turkey Armenia relations.

        Turkey attacking Armenia (even say under the pretext that Armenia is harboring PKK terrorists) will face off with Russia like you said.

        NATO can either support Turkey or condemn them. If they support then we will end up with Superpowers locking horns (very bad for the world)……..but if they condemn then it will become the biggest political and a military disaster in Turkey. Armenian and Russian forces will repel such aggression.
        No, Turkey will do what it is told like a good puppet.

        Armenian 'WEDGE' will hold…….China has nothing to worry about. hahaha
        B0zkurt Hunter

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        • #84
          Re: Political prisoners in Armenia

          Regarding Monte I have read a thread where his brother was discounting the possibility of him being murdered by our side and as pointed out his death is well documented.

          Any story which is put forward to enhance an argument political or otherwise at the expense of one of our national heroes and create a confusion of his legacy should be nipped in the bud.

          Having said that it causes me anger and frustration that our people should be subjected to such treatment by the "authorities".
          The word authorities has a ring about it as if its an occupying force, which its not.
          These are our people who in pursuit of their self interest have forgotten how frail our nation is compared to its enemies who through their actions are causing divisions within our nation.

          I would like to bring as a recent historical example to illustrate why we cannot be complacent.

          The Tamil Tigers in Sri Lanka were one of the most organized and feared insurgency groups in the world ( read Karabagh has one of the best armies of the CIS)

          The Sri Lankan Government was unable to overcome them for years ( read For years Azerbaijan was unable to bring Karabagh to its knees)

          The TT had a very authoritarian leader which produced success. ( read Armenia has an authoritarian government which seem to contribute the Karabagh cause)

          It appeared that Sri Lanka and its rebels were in a stalemate. ( read Armenians and Azeris are in a stalemate.)

          However this authoritarianism caused a major split among the TT. (read There is discord among the Armenian people)

          At an opportune moment Sri Lankan government got the military and economic help in exchange for Naval bases from China. (read ..............)

          When the Sri Lankan government started the offensive the TT division was too bitter and did not heal. ( read ................................)

          Once the balance was tipped there was no going back. The TT and its people were decimated.

          I REST MY CASE.
          Politics is not about the pursuit of morality nor what's right or wrong
          Its about self interest at personal and national level often at odds with the above.
          Great politicians pursue the National interest and small politicians personal interests

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          • #85
            Re: Political prisoners in Armenia

            Originally posted by londontsi View Post
            Regarding Monte I have read a thread where his brother was discounting the possibility of him being murdered by our side and as pointed out his death is well documented.

            Any story which is put forward to enhance an argument political or otherwise at the expense of one of our national heroes and create a confusion of his legacy should be nipped in the bud.

            Having said that it causes me anger and frustration that our people should be subjected to such treatment by the "authorities".
            The word authorities has a ring about it as if its an occupying force, which its not.
            These are our people who in pursuit of their self interest have forgotten how frail our nation is compared to its enemies who through their actions are causing divisions within our nation.

            I would like to bring as a recent historical example to illustrate why we cannot be complacent.

            The Tamil Tigers in Sri Lanka were one of the most organized and feared insurgency groups in the world ( read Karabagh has one of the best armies of the CIS)

            The Sri Lankan Government was unable to overcome them for years ( read For years Azerbaijan was unable to bring Karabagh to its knees)

            The TT had a very authoritarian leader which produced success. ( read Armenia has an authoritarian government which seem to contribute the Karabagh cause)

            It appeared that Sri Lanka and its rebels were in a stalemate. ( read Armenians and Azeris are in a stalemate.)

            However this authoritarianism caused a major split among the TT. (read There is discord among the Armenian people)

            At an opportune moment Sri Lankan government got the military and economic help in exchange for Naval bases from China. (read ..............)

            When the Sri Lankan government started the offensive the TT division was too bitter and did not heal. ( read ................................)

            Once the balance was tipped there was no going back. The TT and its people were decimated.

            I REST MY CASE.
            Yes the end of Tamil resistance was tragic... lets hope Karabakh will not end up like Tamil.. Although I must admit that similarities are there but you cant really compare the situation. TT was alone (some insignificant Indian support) Karabakh got Armenia. And Armenian potential if not equal than at least comparable with azerbajans.
            But I must agree with you about authoritarism it can bring a nation to dead end.
            Last edited by Mukuch; 07-12-2009, 02:57 PM.

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            • #86
              Re: Political prisoners in Armenia

              Originally posted by Mukuch View Post
              Attacking Armenia is the last thing turkey cares about today. Today Armenia for turkeyis just another unsignificant neithbour which got very iritating diaspora.
              Turkey? When did I say anything about Turkey. I was talking about Azerbaijan and Karabakh.

              Originally posted by Mukuch View Post
              You must be very naive if you think Armenia is independent of Russia and talking of powerfull "friend". Russia is no one’s friend. All Russia cares about is Russia.
              Of course it does, why wouldn't it? So does every other country in the world. At the moment, having Russia is crucial to our survival. I could care less about what Russia cares about, as long as they can benefit us, we should keep them close.

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              • #87
                Re: Political prisoners in Armenia

                Mukuch
                I am not for a moment suggesting that Karabagh will end up like Tamils. Militarily we are confident and arguably have the upper hand. That's why we have peace, well almost.

                In a game, when a strong competitor ends up losing the game, post analysis will show that there were only one or two bad moves which resulted in the loss of the game despite having a strong board.

                We seem to have a strong board (despite the jitters from time to time about being sold out etc).
                But what we must do is to avoid those one or two mistakes.
                Politics is not about the pursuit of morality nor what's right or wrong
                Its about self interest at personal and national level often at odds with the above.
                Great politicians pursue the National interest and small politicians personal interests

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                • #88
                  Re: Political prisoners in Armenia

                  Artsakh does not and will not have an authoritarian regime simply because there is not enough people. The Tamils were millions while Artsakhtsis are barely 140 000. The population is not divided, not even close to it. Everyone agrees on almost all issues unanimously. Besides, authoritarian regimes are not always bad. As long as the regime works for the benefit of the people and not for one's pockets or selfish gains, then it should be accepted and supported.
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                  • #89
                    Re: Political prisoners in Armenia

                    Artsakh is respected at a different level and held at a much higher class. The reality of its independence cannot be avoided.


                    Here is the official NKR Governments position:

                    The Nagorno-Karabakh Republic is fully committed to the peaceful resolution of the conflict with Azerbaijan and has agreed to restart full-fledged negotiations without any preconditions. We welcome the continued active involvement of the U.S. Congress in the search for peace and stability in the region, and we call on the government of Azerbaijan to abandon its war rhetoric and anti-Armenian propaganda. In order to contribute to the establishment of an atmosphere of tolerance and trust, we propose to the Government of Azerbaijan to agree to a set of confidence building measures with Nagorno Karabakh. We find Azerbaijan's rejection of Nagorno Karabakh as a full party to the peace negotiations counterproductive. We also ask the U.S. Congress to continue its efforts in advancing a peaceful resolution to the Nagorno Karabakh conflict by ensuring that Nagorno Karabakh is a full participant throughout the negotiating process.

                    B0zkurt Hunter

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                    • #90
                      Re: Political prisoners in Armenia

                      Originally posted by Federate View Post
                      Artsakh does not and will not have an authoritarian regime simply because there is not enough people.

                      The population is not divided, not even close to it. Everyone agrees on almost all issues unanimously. Besides, authoritarian regimes are not always bad. As long as the regime works for the benefit of the people and not for one's pockets or selfish gains, then it should be accepted and supported.
                      Artsakh itself does not have an autoritarian regime but Armenia does. In fact Bako Sahakian was critical on an occasion of Armenian leaders democratic credentials.

                      We have to accept Artsakh's strength and long term success is dependent on strong and succesful of Armenia. That's were the Achellies heel if there is one lies.
                      Politics is not about the pursuit of morality nor what's right or wrong
                      Its about self interest at personal and national level often at odds with the above.
                      Great politicians pursue the National interest and small politicians personal interests

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