The health authorities in Armenia confirmed that several individuals required medical care amid clashes between police officers and protesters near the government complex in Yerevan. The update, issued by the country’s health ministry, indicates that both police personnel and bystanders sought medical attention in the aftermath of the confrontations. Emergency responders provided initial treatment at the scene, and some patients were transported to nearby healthcare facilities for further assessment and care.
In recent remarks, officials recalled a previous incident in which five people lost their lives and dozens more sustained injuries during military actions in and around Nagorno-Karabakh, underscoring the ongoing volatility in the region and the heavy human toll associated with recent hostilities. The health ministry’s latest briefing appears against that backdrop, reinforcing the seriousness of the situation and the need for medical readiness amid fast-moving events on the ground.
In Yerevan, demonstrators continue attempts to breach the police perimeter encircling the government building, pressing for their demands to be heard. Authorities have described the scene as a security flashpoint, with security forces attempting to manage crowd movement while ensuring public safety and safeguarding critical government facilities. The unfolding events have kept the capital under strain as residents watch for updates and authorities call for calm and restraint from all sides.
On September 19, officials in Azerbaijan announced the launch of an operation described by state sources as an anti-terrorist mission in Nagorno-Karabakh. The Azerbaijani defense ministry issued cautions to residents in the region about potential threats and urged vigilance. The timing of this announcement has raised concerns among regional observers about wider repercussions for civilians and regional stability, as both sides monitor each other’s moves closely and communicate through official channels amid heightened tensions.
The Armenian defense ministry subsequently reported that Azerbaijani armed forces carried out missile strikes across the line of contact with Nagorno-Karabakh on September 19, breaching the ceasefire that has long been cited in international discussions. Armenian officials characterized the center of gravity for the operation as broader than a single tactical objective, arguing that the broader aim is to influence Armenia’s involvement in ongoing military considerations beyond the immediate battlefield. Statements from the Armenian leadership emphasized the need for restraint and avoidance of further escalation, urging all parties to return to diplomatic negotiation paths.
The unrecognized Nagorno-Karabakh Republic, functioning in parallel to official Azerbaijani structures under a separate designation, has called for an end to hostilities and for a return to talks. The leadership and representatives within the de facto authorities have framed negotiations as essential to addressing the underlying disputes and achieving a sustainable ceasefire, while also seeking international mediation and guarantees of security for residents in contested areas. This stance reflects an ongoing push for dialogue as a path to stability rather than continued confrontation.
Earlier discussions between Armenia and Azerbaijan had revolved around mutual recognition of territorial integrity as a foundational principle guiding any future settlement. Both sides have indicated a willingness to explore formal assurances that would secure recognized borders and political arrangements, though disagreements persist over the exact terms and the sequence of steps required to reach a durable agreement. Analysts note that confidence-building measures and credible security assurances will be critical components of any eventual normalization process, alongside confidence in international mediation efforts.
— [Source: Armenian Ministry of Health; Official Statements from Azerbaijan Ministry of Defense; Regional Analysts] —