The Russian Defense Ministry has noted the fact of unilateral and uncoordinated actions of Azerbaijan.

"On April 23, 2023, as a result of unilateral and uncoordinated actions, the Azerbaijani side blocked the Lachin corridor near observation post #1 of the Russian peacekeeping contingent (bridge over the Khakari River). The command of the peacekeeping contingent is holding talks with the Azerbaijani party," reads the April 24 RCC bulletin.