Mykola Azarov: We stand for the constructive dialog with the opposition but we won't afford any ultimatums

posted 22 January 2014 21:44

The authorities stand for the constructive dialog with the opposition, a dialog about cessation of the confrontation in the centre of Kyiv, but they don’t understand ultimatum conditions set forth to stop it. The Prime Minister Mykola Azarov declared in Switzerland in an interview with the BBC channel.

The Premier emphasized the opposition who set off the demands must coordinate their weight and influence within the society with these demands. “I would like the opposition leaders, in particular Mr. Klychko, back out from the language of ultimatums. We know well the real sociology, know the level of support of every opposition leaders. That’s why they must be close tongued in the ultimatums. We have legally elected President, elected through the democratic elections. A huge amount of people support the President. Mass rallies in Kyiv and overwhelming majority of the regions prove that,” Mykola Azarov stated.

The Prime Minister underlined the authorities were ready for compromise, ready to negotiate with the opposition in the interests of the country.

“We are ready for the compromise, we are ready to negotiate and I consider it is possible. As it is in the interests of the country. The opposition leaders must understand that they are responsible for preventing bloodshed and the authorities are responsible for that. But the whole responsibility cannot be laid upon the Government. We must start returning Kyiv to the normal work,” Mykola Azarov summed up.