Azerbaijani official: Countries arming Armenia responsible for consequences

Assistant to the President of Azerbaijan and Head of the Department of Foreign Policy Affairs of the Presidential Administration of the Republic of Azerbaijan Hikmat Hajiyev has said that third countries, particularly France, continue attempting to fuel tension in the South Caucasus by providing Armenia with weapons.

Hajiyev made these remarks during a visit to the Kalbajar district, Caliber.Az reports, citing local media.

He noted that these third countries are still trying to escalate tension in the South Caucasus by providing Armenia with weapons. Azerbaijan's successful policy has led to a new geopolitical situation and established a new status quo in the region. 

"This new status quo is based on legitimacy, the rule of law, justice, and adherence to international norms and principles. It is the result of Azerbaijan freeing its territories from nearly 30-year-occupation. Instead of supporting this agenda, some external countries are engaging in geopolitical intrigue and arming Armenia," he said.

He stressed that Azerbaijan, in turn, continues supporting a peaceful agenda in the region. 

"A specific verification mechanism regarding Armenia's militarisation must be implemented to establish a climate of trust in the region. The countries that arm Armenia, which has kept other country’s territories under occupation for decades, should understand that they are responsible for the potential consequences," he added.

By Naila Huseynova