US Secretary of State Antony Blinken issued a press statement on November 16 regarding the fighting on the Armenian-Azerbaijani border. The statement reads: The United States is deeply concerned about reports of intensive fighting today between Armenia and Azerbaijan. We urge both sides to take immediate concrete steps to reduce tensions and avoid further escalation.  We also …

Azerbaijan continues to fabricate criminal cases against Armenian prisoners of war. According to Azerbaijani media reports, the cases of Armenian citizens Ishkhan Sargsyan and Vladimir Rafaelyan, after completing the investigation,  have been referred to the Serious Crimes Court in Gandzak (Ganja). They both are charged with terrorism. The court session will take place on November …

The Foreign Ministry of Iran voiced concern about the outbreak of fresh military clashes between the Republic of Azerbaijan and Armenia, calling on the two neighbors to show restraint and avoid escalation of tensions, Tansim reported. “As in the past, the Islamic Republic of Iran is ready to help the two sides settle differences and …

Armenian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Vahan Hunanyan’s answers to questions regarding Armenia’s application to Russia and the UN Security Council in connection with the situation on the Armenian-Azerbaijani border. On applying to the Russian Federation – The Republic of Armenia is in direct and multilevel relations with ally Russia. As you know, the Armenian prime minister …

Turkish Defense Minister Hulusi Akar had a telephone conversation with Azerbaijani Defense Minister Zakir Hasanov, to discuss the Armenia-Azerbaijan border developments, ermenihaber reported. Akar reaffirmed Turkey’s support for Azerbaijan.

As of November 17 (11:00 a.m.) New cases – 982 Tests performed on the previous day – 10,870 Deaths registered on the previous day- 46 —————————————————- Total number of tests performed in the country – 2,271,138 Confirmed cases – 330,895 Recovered – 298,492 Deaths – 7,153 Patients currently receiving treatment – 23,856  

Turkey and the United States have initiated separate talks for the former’s request over the acquisition of 40 F-16 fighter jets and the reimbursement of payment for F-35 jets which the U.S. didn’t deliver, the Turkish defense minister has said, adding that a Turkish delegation has been dispatched to Washington to this end. Recalling that …

Iran welcomes the Russian initiative to resolve the situation in the South Caucasus and stated that changing the borders of the countries in the region is unacceptable, Iranian President Ibrahim Raisi has told Russian President Vladimir Putin in a telephone conversation, TASS reported. “The President of Iran welcomed Russia’s initiative to establish peace and stability …

Russia and Armenia are holding consultations through military and diplomatic channels in connection with the escalation of the situation on the Armenian-Azerbaijani border, Armenian Ambassador to Russia Vardan Toghanyan has told TASS. “Consultations are being held on the operative line [in connection with the escalation of the border] through military, other departments and diplomatic channels,” …

Security Council Secretary Armen Grigoryan met with French Ambassador to Armenia Anne Louyot. They discussed the Azerbaijani invasion as well as the return of Armenian prisoners of war and hostages held in Baku. Grigoryan underscored that the Nagorno Karabakh issue is not politically settled yet. In this context, the role of the OSCE Minsk Group …