YEREVAN (Azat TV) – On October 19, 2026, at approximately 17:50, an Azerbaijani citizen was discovered within the territory of the Republic of Armenia, specifically in the Tavush region. This development occurred as reported by official institutional channels.
According to information released regarding the incident, the individual has been identified as Yashar Ali oglu Gasimov. Official records indicate that he is a resident of the village of Chatakh located in the Tovuz district.
Furthermore, available details establish that the individual in question was born in the year 1968. The initial discovery placed him directly inside the administrative borders of Armenia's Tavush region.
Following his discovery, competent state bodies initiated necessary verification measures to establish the circumstances of his presence. These checks were carried out to determine how the foreign national crossed into the country.
Verification and Repatriation Efforts
Subsequent verification measures conducted by competent authorities successfully determined the nature of the border crossing. It was officially established that the Azerbaijani national entered Armenian territory as a result of losing his way.
Authorities confirmed that the entry was unintentional, stemming entirely from disorientation rather than any deliberate intrusion. This conclusion was reached following the completion of preliminary checks by the relevant services.
In response to the situation, officials stated that appropriate procedural actions are currently underway. The stated objective of these ongoing administrative measures is to facilitate the return of the Azerbaijani citizen to his home country.
The National Security Service and other involved agencies continue to handle the technical aspects of the case. Further updates regarding the timeline and mechanics of the repatriation process are expected as administrative steps progress.
Source: Gov