In the article “Artsakh vs. Karabakh,” published today in the Russian “Kommersant” newspaper, it is mentioned that a preliminary agreement was reached in exchange for the use of the Aghdam-Stepanakert road by the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), and Azerbaijan will create an opportunity to pass through the “Lachin” border checkpoint.
Commenting on the information, the head of the press service of the MFA of Azerbaijan, Hajizade, stated that as a result of the efforts of international partners, an agreement was indeed reached that the ICRC will start using the Aghdam-Stephankert road for cargo transportation. After 24 hours, activating the use of the Lachin Road will be ensured through the mediation of the ICRC.
“In addition, based on the proposal of the Azerbaijani side, it was agreed to hold a meeting in Evlakh between the representatives of the Azerbaijani side and Karabakh, all logistical issues were summarized. Despite all the agreements, the representatives of Nagorno-Karabakh violated them at the last moment,” Hajizadeh said, adding that RA is not interested in peace, stability, or dialogue in that direction.
