The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic denounces the use
of force and the loss of life in
Nagorno-Karabakh
The Government of the Republic of Cyprus monitors closely the
worrying developments in Nagorno-Karabakh / Artsakh, following the violations of
the armistice line from Azerbaijani military forces.
We denounce the use of force and the loss of life, particularly
civilian casualties, and we urge Azerbaijan to respect the status quo ante.
There is no alternative to the peaceful settlement of the conflict and the
Cypriot Government highlights the important role of the OSCE Minsk Group and the
three co-Chairs towards this end. At the same time, we urge Turkey to refrain
from any activities and statements that further destabilize the unfolding
situation.
