The complete blockade by Azerbaijan has considerably changed the daily life in Kolatak village of the Martakert region of Artsakh (Nagorno-Karabakh), moving the problems to a completely different level.

In an interview with Artsakhpress, Seyran Avanesyan, the head of this rural community, noted that before the imposed harsh conditions, certain liveliness was noted in Kolatak. Pilgrims from various settlements of Artsakh were visiting the historical Hakobavank monastery  located in the village.

“But lately, due to the fuel problem, that vitality has also decreased,” Avanesyan added. 

“In this difficult period, it is pleasing that the residents of our village support each other, lending a hand to each other when the need is felt. Displaced families settled in Kolatak are always in the center of attention,” the community leader said.