Secretary of State John Kerry said his thoughts and prayers are with Armenians.

“Thoughts and prayers with Armenians today. PM Erdogan’s striking statement affirms global principles. #NeverForget,” he tweeted, Armenian News-NEWS.am reports.

Earlier Turkish PM Recep Tayyip Erdogan has made his first message in connection with Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day.  “The 24th of April carries a particular significance for our Armenian citizens and for all Armenians around the world, and provides a valuable opportunity to share opinions freely on a historical matter,” said the Turkish prime minister, staying true adherent of the policy of denial.