David Cicilline expressed concern over pardoning Safarov

17:40, 7 September, 2012

YEREVAN, SEPTEMBER 7, ARMENPRESS: US Congressman David Cicilline expressed concern at the pardoning and release of Ramil Safarov, reports Armenpress citing ANCA.  ''Like many in Rhode Island’s Armenian community, I was appalled to learn that Ramil Safarov received a full pardon, compensation, and a hero's welcome from Illham H. Aliyev, the President of Azerbaijan. Mr.  Safarov was convicted of carrying out a brutal, premeditated crime for which he did not express a hint of remorse. And while Mr. Safarov is being celebrated in Azerbaijan today, there is no justice for his victim, Gurgen Markarian, or the friends and loved ones he left behind'' stated David Cicilline, adding, ''Over the years, serious questions have been raised about whether the Azerbaijani government is truly committed to developing a peaceful, nonviolent relationship with the people of Armenia. Its reckless actions this week do nothing to address these concerns.''

 


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