Canada is concerned by reports of Azerbaijan's incursion into Armenian territory, Minister of Foreign Affairs Marc Garneau said on Twitter on Friday, May 14.

"We urge all parties to respect the ceasefire agreement achieved on November 10 fully and to continue to negotiate a permanent and peaceful settlement," Garneau wrote.

"All actions that would undermine the ceasefire and escalate tensions must be stopped."

On the morning of May 12, the armed forces of Azerbaijan violated the border of Armenia in the southern province of Syunik, advancing 3.5 kilometers and surrounding Sev Lake, which is situated on the border between the two countries but is predominantly a part of Armenia. On May 13, the Azerbaijani military committed more border violations against Armenia, advancing near Vardenis (Gegharkunik province) and Sisian (Syunik province).