02 June 2004, 13:16
Russia able, but unwilling to settle Karabakh problem, Azerbaijan political scientist says
The reason why Russia delays the resolution of the Karabakh conflict lies in its fear of losing influence in the South Caucasus. Vafa Guluzade, the Azerbaijan political scientist and former adviser to the president of Azerbaijan, holds such an opinion.
"In case Armenia and Azerbaijan sign a peace treaty, Russia's authority in the region will come to naught," Mr Guluzade said.
Source: "Newspaper 525" (Azerbaijan)