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YEREVAN. – The participants of torchlight procession marking the 99th anniversary of Armenian Genocide burnt the flag of Turkey in Liberty Square of Yerevan. (photo)

The participants are holding burning torches and candles. They are heading to Armenian Genocide memorial.

The flags of countries that had recognized Armenian Genocide had been brought to the square. The participants are holding “ Recognize Armenian Genocide,1.5 mln” poster.

They stopped near president's residence to hand over a letter addressed to President Serzh Sargsyan that demands withdrawal of signature from Armenia-Turkey protocols for the sake of justice, condemnation and continuation of the efforts aimed at Armenian Genocide recognition ahead of the 100th anniversary.

In October 2009 Armenia and Turkey signed protocols in Zurich to normalize diplomatic relations between the states. The documents had to be ratified in both countries’ parliaments. However, in 2010 the Armenian president suspended the process due to Turkey’s non-constructive stance. Ankara set preconditions and linked the reconciliation process to resolution of the Karabakh conflict. Finally Turkey decided to remove the protocols from parliament’s agenda.

Photo by Arsen Sargsyan/NEWS.am

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