According to the preliminary data, on June 4, gross Azeri ceasefire violation was recorded in the north-eastern direction of Armenian-Azerbaijani border, with an attempt made to enter Armenian positions in Tavush Province of Armenia.

The attack was halted by Armenian soldiers’ brave actions. As a result of Azerbaijani sabotage, three Armenian soldiers (Mushegh Nurbekyan, Zohrab Balabekyan and Karen Davtyan) were killed. The violation also claimed wounded, according to RA Ministry of Defense press service.

Investigation is underway, with RA Ministry of Defense special team having arrived in site of occurrence.

Armenian armed forces control the situation at the contact line, with relevant measures taken.

RA Defense Ministry offers its deep condolences to the families of fallen soldiers.