During his visit to Baku, the Armenian Prime Minister Darbinyan noted that mutually beneficial co-operation could be a cornerstone for restoring peace in the region. The cease-fire achieved due to the diplomatic efforts of the leaders of the states involved gave time for comprehension of what was happening, for understanding that the armed conflict was a stalemate wherein two neighbouring nations clinched, and that deeper involvement in the war would bring nothing but bloodshed and bitter disillusionment. Unfortunately, the big wigs in politics do not always think about the fate of the people and of their lives. The extremism which guides some journalists only helps those forces which seek to profit from the confrontation. Currently a cease-fire acts on the border between Armenia, Azerbaijan and Karabakh which was established in May 1994.
Some people call it peace.
One should not forget, however, that a cease-fire can be nothing more than a break between destructive and bloody wars. During the break in hostilities, media professionals should refrain from publications promoting the stirring up of emotions in the Caucasus. I believe that nowadays the press should encourage the understanding in society of our common traditions, i.e. the ethnic and cultural similarities between people living in the Caucasus. This would be the most worthwhile aim of the media in our unique and troubled region.