Avigdor Lieberman

"On the whole, the 21st century has started as a century of a great many conflicts and terror acts. The Karabakh conflict is a very sensitive problem which cannot be discussed in public and the mass media," Lieberman told Lider TV.

"Certainly, we respect the territorial integrity of Azerbaijan. These conflicts exist in most countries, but none of them have been settled. The international organizations show an inadequate and two-faced position in this regard. Unfortunately, the world community prefers sweet lies," the minister said.

As for negotiations on the resolution of protracted conflicts, Lieberman said, "We do not support ineffective talks. If there is no effect, why continue these negotiations?"

Lieberman said that Azerbaijan is a serious and reliable partner of Israel. He said these countries have many similar features and bilateral relations between them are developing rapidly.

"The Azerbaijani diaspora is working on a high level in Israel and the Jewish community is active in Azerbaijan. This proves the normal level of relations between our peoples. There are good opportunities for the development of political ties," the Israeli minister said.

He said that the main purpose of his visit to Azerbaijan on 9-11 February is the development of political and economic ties. The talks in Baku will cover the creation of an intergovernmental economic cooperation commission. Lieberman said that there are different spheres for the development of Azerbaijani-Israeli relations. Israel also intends to boost cooperation in the energy sector, the minister said.

Interfax-Azerbaijan