Langevin Statement on Azerbaijan's Assault Against Nagorono-Karabakh

Congressman Jim Langevin (D-RI), a senior member of the House Armed Services Committee, issued the following statement regarding the recent military offensive launched against the people of Nagorno-Karabakh by Azerbaijan:

“I am deeply troubled by the ongoing conflict in Nagorno-Karabakh, which threatens not only the security of the Armenian people, but the security of the region as a whole. This blatant violation of the ceasefire agreement, which resulted in both military and civilian deaths, is not only dangerous; it is reckless. Azerbaijan’s aggressions and rhetoric must be de-escalated immediately so that both parties can come together to honor the ceasefire agreement and work towards the goal of peace in Nagorno-Karabakh.”