BAKU, Azerbaijan, August 16. A reconnaissance and sabotage group of the Armenian Armed Forces attempted to infiltrate into the territory of Azerbaijan in order to carry out terrorist provocative operations using the gaps between Azerbaijani army combat positions located in the direction of Azerbaijan's Istisu settlement, Kalbajar district, around 11:15 a.m. on August 16, Trend reports.
As a result of Azerbaijani army units' vigilance, the Armenian military provocation was prevented. One member of the sabotage group was wounded and detained by Azerbaijani servicemen. Other units of the reconnaissance and sabotage group were forced to retreat.
"The data on the detained member of this group is currently being clarified. The public will be provided with additional information," the statement said.