Putin, Raisi weigh in on situation in Karabakh

Putin, Raisi weigh in on situation in Karabakh
November 16, 2021 - 16:13 AMT

PanARMENIAN.Net - Russian President Vladimir Putin and his Iranian counterpart Ebrahim Raisi have discussed the situation in Nagorno-Karabakh.

"Putin detailed the measures taken by the Russian side to ensure the ceasefire, unblock economic and transport links, and establish a peaceful life in the region," the Kremlin said in a statement on Tuesday, November 16.

Local battles are underway on the Armenian-Azerbaijani border, the situation continues to remain extremely tense, the Armenian Defense Ministry said meanwhile. Four Armenian servicemen were injured in the fresh flare-up, while information about possible deaths and other injuries is being clarified.

Azerbaijan launched a new provocation in the province of Syunik on Tuesday, shelling the Armenian positions at the same time, the Defense Ministry reported earlier. The Armenian side has opened retaliatory fire to hinder the Azerbaijani military's advancement.

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