The EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Josep Borrell, responded to the situation surrounding cargo transportation via Lachine.

"The European Union is deeply concerned about the grave humanitarian situation affecting the local population in the former Nagorno-Karabakh Autonomous Region. Movement through the Lachin Corridor has remained blocked for more than seven months, despite an order by the International Court of Justice to reopen it.

Medical supplies and essential goods are in short supply or have already run out, with dire consequences for the local population. The Azerbaijani authorities are responsible for guaranteeing security and free movement along the Lachine Corridor and preventing further escalation of the crisis.

We have noted the Azerbaijani authorities' willingness to supply goods through Aghdam. This should not be considered an alternative to reopening the Lachine Corridor. The EU also notes that ICRC operations in the region have significantly impacted and calls for their resumption, including medical aid and humanitarian supplies. The EU emphasizes that any actor should not politicize humanitarian access.

The European Union and, in particular, the President of the European Council, Charles Michel, have been heavily involved in supporting the normalization of relations between Armenia and Azerbaijan and promoting dialogue between Baku and Stepanakert. This also requires the sincere commitment of all parties to the results of the negotiations and a future based on shared interests and mutual trust," the statement said.