The preservation of shrines in Nagorno-Karabakh is particularly important, and it is discussed during Russia’s contacts with the interested parties in Nagorno-Karabakh. This is what Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation Maria Zakharova said during her weekly briefing.

During his previous talks with President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin stated the importance of the security of shrines and ensuring of normal church life in Nagorno-Karabakh.