Lachin Corridor and Nagorno-Karabakh

Mr Blackman highlighted that the conflict between Azerbaijan and Armenia began in the 1990s with a three-year war, resulting in frequent skirmishes along the line of control. He mentioned that over 1.5 million Azeris were displaced and are still living in camps, desiring to return home but being denied by Armenians. Mr Blackman also noted more than 300 deaths along the line of control since the 2020 ceasefire agreement, including many civilians on both sides. Asked a question but his intervention was brief and did not include substantive content beyond seeking to speak.

The MP expressed concern about the humanitarian impact of the blockade in Nagorno-Karabakh, citing reports of up to 1,000 stranded individuals and families. She urged for more detailed action from the UK Government regarding trade relations with Azerbaijan.

Mr Law addressed the use of hate speech and rhetoric by Azerbaijan, highlighting the potential for ethnic cleansing in Nagorno-Karabakh. He questioned the UK Government's stance on these issues and criticised its lack of action following UN Security Council meetings. Mr Law also inquired about reports that UK diplomats had sought to prevent a condemning resolution from being approved.

The Soviet Union created the Nagorno-Karabakh autonomous region in 1924, and since then it has faced aggression from Azerbaijan. Since December 12th, Azerbaijan has blocked the Lachin corridor, a vital route for Armenia's survival. Russia's peacekeepers are failing to uphold their role as guarantors of Armenian security, raising concerns about Russian expansionism.

Jessica Morden expressed concern about the humanitarian situation in Nagorno-Karabakh, particularly the blockade by Azerbaijan and the cutting off of vital supplies. She highlighted that 120,000 Armenians are now encircled and isolated due to the road blockade initiated on December 12th. Schools and nurseries have been forced to close, hospitals struggle to operate, and there is a shortage of medical supplies.

The Armenian Christian community in Nagorno-Karabakh is suffering from an economic blockade and food shortages. Over 120,000 Armenians are at risk of a humanitarian emergency. Multiple organisations warn that the Azerbaijani aggression could be consistent with ethnic cleansing as defined by the genocide convention.

Suggested that the role for the OSCE and European Union should also be considered in addressing the urgent international action needed, despite focus on Ukraine.

The MP visited Nagorno-Karabakh and witnessed the impact of Azeri aggression. He criticized Azerbaijan for sanctions against MPs who have visited the region and emphasized the need to address the humanitarian crisis caused by blockades on the Lachin road.

He expressed concern about the humanitarian situation in Nagorno-Karabakh due to the closure of the Lachin corridor, noting that food and medical supplies cannot reach the 120,000-strong Armenian population. He cited warnings from NGOs that conditions for ethnic cleansing are present.

Mr Offord congratulated the British Government for providing more than £1 million towards de-mining in the area, allowing people from both sides of the conflict to repopulate their former residences.

She discussed the human suffering in Nagorno-Karabakh, highlighting that food, fuel, and medical supplies are blocked from reaching the majority-Armenian population. The corridor blockade since December 12th has stranded over 1,000 people, many of them children. Huq emphasised the lack of electricity and gas supply, along with restricted communication due to periodic disconnection of television and internet services. She also presented demands from a petition including condemning the blockade, reopening the corridor and airport, airlifting emergency supplies, and replacing Russian peacekeepers with OSCE international peacekeepers under UN mandate.

He expressed deep concern about the situation in Nagorno-Karabakh, highlighting a humanitarian crisis due to the blockade of the Lachin corridor. He mentioned that 120,000 people are trapped without access to essential supplies and raised issues regarding education disruptions and healthcare challenges. Doughty also called for an end to the blockade and emphasized the importance of diplomatic engagement with European and regional partners.