- Azerbaijan claimed Armenian forces opened fire on April 10 at 20:55.
- Armenia denies any such incident took place.
- The Armenian side reaffirmed its readiness to investigate with credible evidence.
- No joint monitoring mechanism exists, as Azerbaijan has not responded to Yerevan’s proposal.
Azerbaijan Alleges April 10 Border Incident Involving Armenian Forces
According to a statement from the Azerbaijani Ministry of Defense, Armenian Armed Forces allegedly fired at Azerbaijani positions located in the northeastern sector of the Armenia–Azerbaijan border on April 10 at approximately 20:55.
Armenia’s Defense Ministry Rejects the Claim
In a response issued on April 11, Armenia’s Ministry of Defense firmly rejected the accusation, stating that no gunfire or engagement occurred from the Armenian side during the specified time and location. The statement emphasized that the claim is unsubstantiated and does not reflect real events on the ground.
Yerevan Calls for Joint Mechanism, Baku Remains Silent
The Armenian government reiterated that it had previously proposed the establishment of a joint Armenia-Azerbaijan investigative mechanism for monitoring and verifying ceasefire violations. However, Azerbaijan has yet to respond to this initiative, which Yerevan believes could reduce misinformation and prevent escalation.
Armenia Willing to Review Evidence — If Provided
Echoing the Prime Minister’s Office, Armenia’s Ministry of Defense stated it remains open to reviewing any credible and verifiable evidence that the Azerbaijani side might wish to present. Until such evidence is shared through official channels, Armenia considers the claim as another unfounded narrative aimed at misrepresenting the situation.