The Armenian government is preparing to approve a new large-scale aid program for separatists in Karabakh.

Axar.az reports that the statement came from Armenian Deputy Prime Minister Mger Grigoryan.

He said a $ 12 million grant had already been allocated to Karabakh to pay pensions, salaries and assistance.

Grigoryan said that two programs are being discussed for the construction of houses and repair of damaged property. According to him, the cost of these programs is $ 100 million. It was noted that these funds will be provided to Karabakh from the end of the month.

Grigoryan also said that Armenian refugees from Karabakh were paid $ 60 a month.