“I recommend that you address this issue more carefully and caution your party about any allocations,” added Erdogan. In response, Merkel reportedly told the Turkish leader that Germany is a democratic country and that her government cannot intervene in decisions. “Turkey must come to terms with its history. We cannot compare the Armenians living in Armenia with the Armenians who were forcibly dispersed around the world,” said Merkel adding that those in Armenia are living under difficult circumstances and urged Erdogan to open the border.
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