which centuries ago was the capital of the Ottoman Empire . Sarkisian president 's visit comes amid thaw in relations between neighbors . Armenia , Turkey signed protocols at weekend to establish diplomatic ties . President Sarkisian has faced angry protests at home over rapprochement . Armenian attends soccer match ; Gul attended match in Armenia last year .
Sarkisian president 's visit comes amid thaw in relations between neighbors . Armenia , Turkey signed protocols at weekend to establish diplomatic ties . President Sarkisian has faced angry protests at home over rapprochement . Armenian attends soccer match ; Gul attended match in Armenia last year .