Reports of escalating armed hostilities around the Armenian-Azerbaijani border are very alarming, reads a statement by Secretary General of the Council of Europe Marija Pejčinović Burić, Trend reports.

“Recent direct contacts between the highest authorities of both countries were promising and should be continued. The Council of Europe is ready to assist in reconciliation efforts which contribute to achieving a peaceful settlement,” reads the statement.

The armed forces of Armenia committed large-scale provocations in the directions of Azerbaijan’s Dashkasan, Kalbajar and Lachin districts on September 12 night.

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