The deaths of two Armenian soldiers along the heavily fortified border were reported by Armenia, citing Azerbaijani gunfire, as confirmed by Azerbaijan's State Border Service on Tuesday.
In response to a prior incident where an Azerbaijani serviceman was injured by Armenian fire on Monday, Azerbaijan issues a warning of retaliatory actions to any future provocations, signaling an escalation in tensions.
Azerbaijan expresses a desire for a customs-free transport corridor through Armenian territory, aiming to connect its mainland with the Nakhichevan exclave.
Azerbaijan places responsibility for the recent escalation squarely on the military and political leadership of Armenia, adding a layer of diplomatic tension.
The overall situation underscores the broader regional tensions and the delicate nature of diplomatic relations between Azerbaijan and Armenia.