U.S. “closely follows” increased tensions along Armenia-Azerbaijan border
Washington DC./13.05.21/Turan: “We are closely following reports of increased tensions along a non-demarcated portion of the Armenia-Azerbaijan border,” - State Department spokesperson Ned Price tweeted Thursday afternoon.
“We understand communication between the parties is ongoing and urge restraint in de-escalating the situation peacefully.” - he noted.-0-
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