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    OBAMA DEFINES 1915 INCIDENTS AS "GREAT TRAGEDY"

    Anadolu Agency (AA), Turkey
    April 24, 2013 Wednesday

    US president used expression "Meds Yeghern-Great Tragedy" regarding
    1915 incidents.

    WASHINGTON

    US President Barack Obama sed the expression of "Meds Yeghern"
    denoting "Great Tragedy" in Armenian language to mark the incidents of
    1915 in his statement released on April 24.

    Armenians consider April 24 as the anniversary of 1915 incidents.

    Obama stated, "Today we commemorate theMeds Yeghern and honor those
    who perished in one of the worst atrocities of the 20th century."

    Obama underscored, "98 years ago, 1.5 million Armenians were massacred
    or marched to their deaths in the final days of the Ottoman Empire."

    US PresidentObama highlighted that he has consistently stated his own
    view of what occurred in 1915, and he said, "My view has not changed.

    A full, frank, and just acknowledgement of the facts is in all of our
    interests."

    "Nations grow stronger by acknowledging and reckoning with painful
    elements of the past, thereby building a foundation for a more just
    and tolerant future. We appreciate this lesson in the US, as we strive
    to reconcile some of the darkest moments in our own history. We
    recognize those courageous Armenians and Turks who have already taken
    this path, and encourage more to do so, with the backing of their
    governments, and mine," highlighted Obama.

    Barack Obama added, "The history and legacy of the Armenian people is
    marked by an indomitable spirit, and a great resiliency in the face of
    tremendous adversity and suffering. The US is stronger for the
    contributions Armenian-Americans have made to our society, our
    culture, and our communities. In small measure we return that
    contribution by supporting the Armenian people as they work toward
    building a nation that would make their ancestors proud: one that
    cherishes democracy and respect for human liberty and dignity."

    Lastly, he said, "Today we stand with Armenians everywhere in
    recalling the horror of the Meds Yeghern, honoring the memory of those
    lost, and affirming our enduring commitment to the people of Armenia."

    Writing by Inci Gundag
    Editing by Gokce Cansunar

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