President of Artsakh (Nagorno-Karabakh) Arayik Haroutyunyan posted the following on his Facebook page:

“Dear compatriots,

A short while ago, I returned from the borderline Talish and Mataghis villages of Martakert region. I met with the residents, listened to their problems and gave relevant assignments.

Accompanied by First Deputy Commander of the Defense Army-Chief of Staff Kamo Vardanyan, I alos visited the border, learned about the operative situation and talked to the border guards.

I assure you that the Armenian borders are strong and impregnable. Only a foolish adversary can think about making an attempt to attack our borders; if it does, the attack will be very painful and irreversible.”