Concerned about Ongoing Developments in Lachin Corridor, Secretary-General Urges Sides to De-escalate Tensions, Ensure Freedom, Security of Movement

The following statement was issued today by the Spokesman for UN Secretary-General António Guterres:

The Secretary-General is following with concern the ongoing developments around the Lachin corridor.  The Secretary-General urges the sides to de-escalate tensions and to ensure freedom and security of movement along the corridor, in line with the previously reached agreements.  The Secretary-General reiterates his support to the ongoing mediation efforts in the region.