Russian Ministry of Defense: peacekeepers have closed observation posts in Nagorno-Karabakh

Russian peacekeepers have closed temporary observation posts along the former line of contact in Nagorno-Karabakh, reported Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation.

“The dismantling of temporary observation posts along the former line of contact between the parties in the Askeran, Mardakert and Shusha regions has been completed,” the statement said.

It is noted that the peacekeeping contingent continues to carry out tasks in the region and ensure security. There were no violations of the fire regime in the peacekeepers’ area of ​​responsibility.

Under the control of the Russian military, a count of weapons, equipment, weapons and ammunition is taking place in the warehouses of the armed formations of Nagorno-Karabakh. As of October 5, 84 armored vehicles, 121 vehicles, 121 air defense systems, about 58.5 million ammunition, etc. were delivered.

On September 19, Azerbaijan announced the start of “anti-terrorist measures.” The next day, Karabakh authorities announced the conclusion of agreements on a complete ceasefire. On September 28, the president of the unrecognized republic, Samvel Shahramanyan, signed a decree on the termination of its existence from January 1, 2024 and the dissolution of all government institutions and organizations.

October 5, press service of the Council of the European Union reportedthat Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, during a meeting in Spanish Granada, signed a declaration recognizing Nagorno-Karabakh as the territory of Azerbaijan. Pashinyan met in Spain with European Council President Charles Michel, French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev refused to travel to Granada for negotiations with Pashinyan.