It is envisaged to return 12,000 people to their homes in Lachin by the end of 2026, Special Representative of the Azerbaijani President in Lachin region Masim Mammadov said.
"In many places in Lachin, anti-tank and anti-personnel mines have been buried, which led to the deaths of civilians. The Mine Action Agency of the Republic of Azerbaijan continues demining works in Lachin and adjacent territories," Mammadov said.
Speaking during the presentation ceremony held in connection with COP29 within the framework of the Lachin Climate Action Dialogue, he noted that more than 700 houses and residential complexes have been rebuilt in Lachin since September 2023.
"We are proud that Lachin has become one of the most beautiful cities in Azerbaijan," Mammadov said.
As of today, 730 families ot 2,766 people have returned to Lachin district.
"All conditions for former IDPs have been quickly created in Lachin city, Zabukh, and Sus villages. We expect to return 12,000 people to their homes by the end of 2026," Mammadov said.
