From Franco Frattini, Former Minister of Foreign Affairs of Italy

His Excellency Mr Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan

Dear Mr. President,

With shock I heard about the recent shellings and killings in Ganja city, Nagorno-Karabakh and the casualties incurred including children, bringing about unexpected escalation of Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict.

As a member of the Nizami Ganjavi International Center I express my condolences and also deep concern for the situation at hand.

Everyone should respect international especially UN Security Council resolutions.

The members of the Nizami Ganjavi International Center are also willing to provide support in form of our expertise and combined experience, if so required and useful to a lasting and peaceful settlement.

Even and especially in situations like this dialogue at all levels are needed. We are ready to support you in this endeavour.

Also can I mention it will be pleasure to have your exclusive interview at Italian newspaper.

Along with my sympathy, please accept, Mr President, the assurances of my highest respect and consideration.

My very best regards,

Franco Frattini

Former Minister of Foreign Affairs of Italy