Defense army of Nagorno Karabakh currently occupies positions that provide advantage over the enemy, Armenian military expert said.

As David Jamalyan told a press conference, the contact line between Artsakh and Azerbaijani forces presently is quite close to the strategic targets, which sparks Azeri concerns.

“The counterattack scenario and switching the hostilities to the enemy’s territory is considered during Karabakh army maneuvers. Azerbaijanis will be forced to overcome the mountains to the North and South of Artsakh on the one hand, and Arax River, on the other hand, which complicates the use of advantages. As for the Eastern plains of the contact line, a strong defensive line was constructed during the armistice, which will allow to repel enemy attack and continue the offensive up to Kura River,” the expert said.

Mr. Jamalyan further noted that Karabakh defense army has achieved tangible progress since its formation, continuing to advance positions unless it gets full advantage.

“Artsakh army reforms, particularly inclusion of brave and skilled commanders is also worth mentioning. Such personnel are vital to boosting morale and defense capacity of the army,” the expert said.