“Taking into account the consistent implementation of the joint Statement of November 9, 2020 and the stabilization of the situation around Nagorno-Karabakh, it was noted that, first of all, at this meeting it is meant to consider further steps to establish a peaceful life in the region,” the Kremlin said.

The French President supported Russia's efforts to promote the Nagorno-Karabakh settlement.

“The emphasis was placed on the importance of urgent humanitarian assistance to the population affected by the clashes, including through specialized international organizations,” the press service said.

Earlier, the Kremlin announced trilateral talks between the leaders of Russia, Armenia and Azerbaijan on January 11, the parties plan to consider the progress of the settlement in Karabakh and the issues of providing assistance to residents of the regions.

Vladimir Putin will hold separate talks with Ilham Aliyev and Nikol Pashinyan.

On the night of November 10, 2020, Azerbaijan, Russia and Armenia signed a ceasefire declaration in Karabakh.