France is concerned about the closure of the Lachin Corridor and calls for its opening in order to prevent a humanitarian crisis in Nagorno-Karabakh. Press secretary of the French Foreign Ministry, Anne-Claire Legendre, stated in an interview with RTVI.

“Today, we are extremely concerned about the closure of the Lachin Corridor and constantly demand that it should be opened to deliver food and humanitarian aid to the population. There is a real danger of a serious humanitarian crisis in Nagorno-Karabakh,” said the Spokesperson of the French Foreign Ministry, adding that Paris supports the resumption of negotiations between Armenia and Azerbaijan.

The diplomat noted that France supports the European mediation efforts, and reminded that the summit held in Prague last year was convened thanks to President Emmanuel Macron.

“In that framework, it was decided to send the EU mission to the border from the Armenian side in order to reduce tension and ensure the protection of its borders,” said Legendre.

She did not agree with the opinion that France does not provide real help in the settlement of the situation around Nagorno-Karabakh. “I don't think so. Our support is clearly expressed at the highest level. President Macron has personally made all efforts to settle the situation and resume negotiations on reducing tensions,” the Spokesperson said.