A contingent of Russian peacekeepers accompanied three civilian convoys, totaling about 300 people from Nagorno-Karabakh, as they moved toward Stepanakert. The information was relayed by the press service of the Russian Ministry of Defense, underscoring the role of the mission in maintaining stability in a volatile region. The report noted that the three convoys left Stepanakert and proceeded toward Armenia via the Lachin corridor, a route long watched by international observers and regional authorities alike.
According to the Ministry of Defense, the peacekeeping mission continues to engage constructively with both Baku and Stepanakert to deter bloodshed and facilitate a stable environment in the Karabakh area. The update highlighted ongoing coordination efforts aimed at de-escalation and the protection of civilians in a complex security landscape.
The ministry also disclosed that the Russian peacekeeping force comprises 675 personnel, including 408 children among the displaced population. It was stated that all those displaced within the zone had access to shelter, food, and medical care, with medical teams deployed to monitor health needs and prevent outbreaks among vulnerable groups. The emphasis remained on safeguarding civilian life and ensuring humanitarian assistance reaches those in need, even amid shifting political dynamics in the region. [Source: Ministry of Defense, Russian Federation]
Officials reported that there were no ceasefire violations recorded during the observed period. The absence of violations was presented as a positive indicator for the humanitarian corridors and the ceasefire arrangement, though observers and residents continued to monitor periodic tensions along the contact lines. The situation rapidly evolves as actors on the ground reassess security measures and the feasibility of broader negotiations. [Source: Multisource Briefing]
On September 19, Azerbaijan announced the commencement of its anti-terror operation in the region and subsequently launched missile strikes against targets in Nagorno-Karabakh. Within less than a day, representatives from the unrecognized authorities in Karabakh stated that they accepted the conditions set by Baku, began the process of disbanding military formations, and indicated readiness to enter into negotiations. President Ilham Aliyev later confirmed that the operational goals were achieved, framing the development as a strategic milestone in the conflict’s trajectory. The sequence underscored the fragile, rapidly shifting balance of security, diplomacy, and civilian welfare in the area. [Source: Official Statements; Regional News Briefs]
In parallel, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation signaled a return to a diplomatic approach involving Armenia and Azerbaijan. The public messaging suggested a renewed emphasis on dialogue, confidence-building measures, and a search for a sustainable political settlement in Nagorno-Karabakh. The repositioning reflected the broader objective of reducing military confrontations while preserving the safety and rights of residents on both sides of the disputed border. [Source: Russia MFA Statements]