On December 10 of this year, the Azerbaijani side, taking as a basis the letter sent to the command of the Russian peacekeeping troops stationed in Artsakh in advance to observe the mines of the Martakert region, planned to visit the Drombon and Kashin mines, Artsakh Information Center informs. 

“The command of the peacekeeping troops, in accordance with the instructions of their superior bodies, allowed a one-time visual visit to the mines mentioned above.

Taking into account that the proposed plan was not agreed upon with the authorities of the Republic of Artsakh and the organization operating the mines, on the spot, the employees of the mining organization and the residents of the surrounding communities spontaneously blocked the entry of the above -mentioned group to the territory of the mines.

In order to solve the created situation, the representatives of the authorities of the Artsakh Republic went to the meeting places. As a result of the negotiations, a decision was made to stop the planned tour of the mines and address the issue after additional discussions.

We call on the citizens of the Artsakh Republic to refrain from spreading unverified news and follow only official information. We assure you that the authorities are taking all steps to avoid unnecessary tension and to settle all issues in accordance with the legislation of the Republic of Artsakh,” the statement issued by Artsakh Information Center stated.