There are disturbing reports of crimes and violence targeting civilians during the latest fighting. Klaar, the European Union (EU) Special Representative for the South Caucasus and the Crisis in Georgia, wrote this on Twitter Saturday—and with respect to Azerbaijan’s latest military aggression against Armenia.

“Cases from the past also need to addressed, but can in no way be a justification. All allegations of human rights abuses & war crimes need to be investigated & perpetrators brought to justice,” Klaar added.

Also, the EU Special Representative for the South Caucasus informed that he is back in Brussels after urgent meetings in Baku, Yerevan, and also Vienna.

“Difficult and sometimes emotional exchanges. Lots of challenges remain but hope that ceasefire will hold. Need to return to negotiations,” Klaar added.

“The EU remains engaged at the highest level and our aim continues to be to help Armenia and Azerbaijan achieve a comprehensive and sustainable agreement that will ensure a stable, secure and prosperous South Caucasus,” concluded the EU Special Representative for the South Caucasus.

Armenian Minister of Foreign Affairs Ararat Mirzoyan on Thursday received Toivo Klaar and briefed him on the situation as a result of the pre-planned large-scale aggression of the Azerbaijani military against the sovereign territory of Armenia, and the steps taken by Armenia toward stopping this aggression.