The EU expressed concern over the aggravation of the situation on the Armenian-Azerbaijani border and called on the parties to resume negotiations on a comprehensive settlement of unresolved issues. The EU spokesperson Peter Stano has issued a statement.

“The EU urges Armenia and Azerbaijan to exercise utmost restraint, disengage their military forces on the ground and respect the commitments undertaken in the framework of the two trilateral agreements.

We call on both sides to resume negotiations to work towards a comprehensive settlement of outstanding issues, including border demarcation. The EU supports the statement of the Minsk Group Co-Chairs of 15 November.

The EU reiterates its commitment to work with Armenia and Azerbaijan to help overcome tensions and contribute to building a South Caucasus that is secure, stable, prosperous and at peace for the benefit of all people living in this region,” the statement reads.