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1. An excellent article by Mr. Mensoian that should be the basis for further discussion of the internal situation in Armenia as well as the Artsakh talks.

2. Let me get right to the point, Dictators have to be Removed By FORCE. IT IS THE ONLY WAY !!! Look all around you and look into the History. This has happened all over the world Everywhere. What makes you think you so Special ?

3. Mr Mensoian you make powerful argument about Artsakh. The scenario you are describing is scary and I pray it will never happen. On the other hand we must recognized the limits of our strength. The problem as you know is that Armenia and Artsakh do not have neither the economic power nor the military power to sustain the current status quo let alone wage war without the prospect of peaceful settlement. I believe Artsakh Armenians have exceptional military leaders who can evaluate the military situation and take decisions that will maintain their advantage.
   As regards the unrest in Armenia – the problem is not unique to Armenia. All former soviet republics suffer the same problems. Going from 100% state owned centralized economy to capitalist free market economy is a new experience in human civilization. The situation is aggravated because of the Turkish and Azeri economic embargo. If you look back into the history of the United States there were robber barons who controlled the railroads, the electric power, the banks, the oil, arms, etc. Just to mention a few of those names that are familiar; Rockefeller, Van Buren, Du Pont. Over time the system changed and things improved. I believe the situation in Armenia will get better it is a matter of time.

4. The long term security of Artsakh and Armenia are paramount for the survival of our homeland and our national identity and should be maintained by every means. We would not be talking about unilateral territorial concessions now if we had been better prepared for the April four day war. Yes, as a first step we should try to regain the area of Artsakh seized by the Azeris during this war to send a clear message that we intend to keep what is historically ours. We should also at the same time re-evaluate our military resources and tacticks. It was reported recently that Armenia had been waiting for a $250m loan fron Russia to buy arms which were essential for this last war. Where are our rich Armenian patriotic benefactors both in Armenia and Diaspora? There are many millionaires in Armenia and even more in Diaspora. Why doesn’t the Armenian Nation as a whole contribute to the well being and survival of our country. If every one of us would contribute whatever we can (1% of our yearly income as a minimum) as a regular contribution we would not be talking about concessions. This money can be channeled and spent for specific purpose, agreed and controlled by all political parties and the armenian Government. Lets start doing something rather than talking about it.

5. Armenia. And Artsakh should have common borders and can offer a free passage road from Azerbaijan to Nakhjavan as a bargaining chip

6. Is there a website or email address where those of us who are specialists in international law and to whom Russian-language Soviet texts are accessible can volunteer to help?

7. Great article. The current leadership of Armenia try to balance their absolute control of power while seemingly trying to “help the people” while at the same time amassing massive wealth for themselves and a few friends alone. Not an easy task and a lose lose for most all other Armenians.

8. **** Great article, I totally agree with you.

9. Finally, someone makes sense in this paper. Mr Mensoian, thank you!

10. Corruption at high places seems to be universal and goes hand in hand with cronyism, but somehow, affairs of the nation get priority over self betterment in all civilised communities. Lets hope we also will put the nation’s interest first, especially at instances of critical historical and national importance.

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