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ICRC comments on Azerbaijan’s closure of Lachin corridor to its staff

11.07.2023, 17:53
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) issued a statement in connection with Azerbaijan's closure of movement along the Lachin corridor.
ICRC comments on Azerbaijan’s closure of Lachin corridor to its staff

YEREVAN, July 11. /ARKA/. The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) issued a statement in connection with Azerbaijan's closure of movement along the Lachin corridor.

Earlier the Azerbaijani State Border Service issued a statement on the discovery of "unauthorized cargo in ICRC vehicles", literally accusing the international organization.

In response the International Committee of the Red Cross said today it was ‘aware of concerns raised about the transport of unauthorized goods across the Lachin Corridor and does not support any such activity. ‘

‘No unauthorized material has been found in any vehicle belonging to ICRC. All cargo is subject to customs checks by the Republic of Azerbaijan,’ it said in a news release.

"However, we regret that without our knowledge four hired drivers tried to transport some commercial goods in their own vehicles which were temporarily displaying the ICRC emblem. These individuals were not ICRC staff members and their service contracts were immediately terminated by the ICRC, ‘it said.

"Our work along the Lachin corridor is always strictly humanitarian. This essential work, which has allowed more than 600 patients to be evacuated for medical care and for medical supplies, food, baby formula and other essentials to reach health care facilities and families, must be allowed to continue. This work is always done with the agreement of the sides and makes a difference to the lives of thousands of people," the ICRC said. -0-