Serious fighting breaks out near Mardakert (Aghdara), marking the worst violence since the 1994 ceasefire with multiple casualties reported.
Escalation Timeline
- March 4: Initial clashes with small arms fire
- March 5: Fighting intensifies with artillery exchanges
- March 6-8: Sustained combat along multiple positions
- Both sides report enemy casualties and territorial gains
The clashes prompt international concern and emergency diplomatic efforts to prevent further escalation, highlighting the fragility of the ceasefire regime.