The defence ministry website stated that "the defence minister gave officials further instructions on strengthening the front line defence in areas liberated in the April clashes"
There was a sharp increase in the number of fatal accidents in 2015 – with 20 deaths reported in non-combat situations/ accidents and 39 deaths in combat situations as a result of cease fire violations.
Sargsyan said he was a strong believer in Armenia's youth but condemned those who try "to stir-up the conscious and mentality of the people, stemming from their own interests"