BAKU, Azerbaijan, Nov. 10
Trend:
EU is ready to support border de-escalation and delimitation between Azerbaijan and Armenia, Trend reports citing statement of spokesman for the EU foreign affairs and security policy Peter Stano.
"This week marks the first anniversary of the cessation of hostilities in and around Karabakh following the ceasefire agreement signed by Armenia and Azerbaijan.
The EU regrets the loss of life inflicted during these hostilities and extends its condolences to the families of those who were killed or injured. While hostilities have ceased, many pending issues still need to be addressed in order to move towards a negotiated, comprehensive and sustainable settlement. We call in particular for the strict respect for the ceasefire, full cooperation on demining, and the de-escalation of tensions in border areas.
The EU remains committed to promoting a peaceful and prosperous South Caucasus and it is actively engaged contributing to peace-building and post conflict rehabilitation. It has played an important role in the release of prisoners and the handing-over of minefield maps. The EU has also supported people affected by the conflict with more than €17 million in humanitarian assistance, including for demining and early recovery. The EU is also ready to support border de-escalation and delimitation by providing technical assistance, as needed by the sides, and encourages connectivity and the reopening of economic cooperation in the South Caucasus," said the statement.