Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov spoke with Azerbaijani Foreign Minister Ceyhun Bayramov by phone to review the latest developments surrounding Nagorno-Karabakh. The conversation focused on urgent regional and international concerns and was described by the Russian Foreign Ministry as a sharing of the most pressing topics on the agenda. Both sides reportedly examined concrete steps intended to ease tensions in the area and to address humanitarian needs with greater speed and efficiency.
The discussion included consideration of measures to rapidly reduce the crisis conditions around Nagorno-Karabakh, with particular attention paid to the status of humanitarian corridors and the Lachin route, which has been central to aid deliveries. Officials signaled a shared desire to reopen or guarantee safe passage for relief efforts and to establish reliable channels that can withstand potential disruptions.
Earlier, a senior Russian deputy foreign minister held talks about the Lachin corridor with the Armenian ambassador to Moscow. The meeting highlighted ongoing concerns about the corridor’s closure and its impact on civilians and humanitarian responders in the region, according to statements from the Russian side.
In parallel, Armenian authorities indicated that Nagorno-Karabakh has faced severe humanitarian strain due to restricted access, stressing that the Lachin corridor has been blocked and that such actions have humanitarian implications for communities on the ground. These remarks were issued by the Armenian Ministry of Foreign Affairs through its spokesperson, who underscored the urgent need for reliable access and humanitarian relief.
Diplomatic channels continue to explore mechanisms for mutual recognition of territorial integrity and for stabilizing the region, with leaders and diplomats reiterating the importance of preserving civilian safety, reducing escalation risks, and supporting humanitarian operations amid fragile conditions on the ground.