ArmInfo. Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said that Russia welcomes contacts between Baku and Yerevan over Karabakh, RIA Novosti reported. Political consultations between the official representatives of the Azeri and Russian Foreign Ministries took place in Baku on Friday.
According to her, "Russia as a mediator has proved to be effective and constructive in the settlement of the Karabakh conflict. Russia is perfectly aware of itself and understands the topic perfectly. Meetings on the settlement of the conflict are held at various levels. We welcome any meetings between Baku and Yerevan, which both parties agree and which are constructive," she said.