Pope Francis commented on the situation on the Lachin corridor and expressed his concern about the crisis in South Caucasus.

“Around 120.000 Armenians, including 30.000 children, live in the enclave, and the alleged road closure has isolated them from the world and deprived them of food, medicine, and basic necessities. Families have reportedly been separated, and many are unable to reach Armenia for adequate medical treatment. I am concerned about the precarious humanitarian conditions of the people, which are in further danger of deteriorating during the winter season,” he said.