U.S. Again Calls for Lachin Corridor Opening

The United States again called for the complete restoration of free movement through the Lachin Corridor.

Azerbaijan’s closure of the Lachin Corridor—now in its 24th day—the only road connecting Artsakh to Armenia and the outside world, continues to concern the United States, State Department spokesman Ned Price said in response to a question from Armenpress.

“We remain concerned about impeded access to the Lachin Corridor and the humanitarian implications of this situation. This sets back the peace process and undermines international confidence. We call for the full restoration of free movement through the corridor. The way forward for all issues is through negotiations,” Price said.

The State Department spokesperson did not directly call on Azerbaijan, which has been blockading Artsakh, to take steps to end it.