ICRC’s call to allow humanitarian aid convoys’ movement; Lachin and Aghdam roads blocked

Despite persistent efforts, the International Committee of
the Red Cross (ICRC) is not currently able to bring humanitarian assistance to
the civilian population through the Lachin corridor or through any other
routes, including Aghdam. The organization is calling on the relevant decision
makers to allow the ICRC to resume its essential humanitarian operations in the
area.

“Our humanitarian aid convoys are a lifeline for the
population in this area. With these convoys blocked, our concern is that the
humanitarian situation will further deteriorate. We are most worried about
those who cannot help themselves. The sick and people with chronic diseases are
particularly at risk, as are the elderly, infirm and children. For us to
operate here, we need the sides to reach a humanitarian consensus. This is
life-saving work, and it must be allowed to continue,” ICRC’s regional director
for Eurasia, Ariane Bauer said.

It is also mentioned in the statement that tens of thousands
of people rely on humanitarian aid reaching them through these routes. The
civilian population is now facing a lack of life-saving medication and
essentials like hygiene products and baby formula.