Azerbaijani Armed Forces Advance in Two More Areas

The Azerbaijani units have again advanced in the mountainous area opposite the village of Nerkhin Hand in Armenia's Syunik Province, reports Sputnik Armenia.

The publication's article notes that information about advancements in the Nerkhin Hand village area first emerged in March 2021, reported by local residents. Subsequently, the Armenian Ministry of Defense confirmed that the Azerbaijani Armed Forces had invaded the area towards the village in the spring of 2021. Later, due to weather conditions, they abandoned the territory and returned after the snow melted.

Official information on this was not available until March 2022. However, it is clear that the Azerbaijani Armed Forces cleared a path in that direction in March-April 2022, as seen in satellite images. Recent footage shows that aside from the already established advancement (arrow 1), Azerbaijani border troops have advanced in two more areas (arrows 2 and 3), penetrating deeper into the territory of Syunik Province.

Azerbaijani military advancement towards the village of Nerkhin Hand © Photo: Google Map

According to the publication, in one case (arrow 2), active road construction has been ongoing since April 20, while in the other case (arrow 3), it presumably began in May.

Residents of Nerkhin Hand village told Sputnik Armenia they are unaware of the advancements. This is not surprising given the mountainous terrain.

The Armenian Ministry of Defense has sent an inquiry to clarify when the Azerbaijani units advanced into Armenian territory. The response will be published upon receipt.

Auroranews is also attempting to obtain details from the Ministry of Defense regarding the aforementioned information.