Washington: Azerbaijan and Armenia have signed a US-brokered peace agreement at the White House to conclude a 35-year conflict between the two nations. The agreement marks a significant diplomatic milestone, facilitated by US President Donald Trump, who hosted Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev and Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan for the signing ceremony. According to Kuwait News Agency, President Trump extended his congratulations to both leaders, praising them for their commitment to peace and collaboration. Trump described the agreement as a vital document, emphasizing the long path to its realization. He acknowledged the longstanding hostilities between the two countries and expressed optimism about their future relations, highlighting their new status as friends. The peace agreement commits both Armenia and Azerbaijan to cease all hostilities permanently. The terms include opening avenues for commerce, travel, and diplomatic engagement, alongside a mutual respect for each other's sovereignty an d territorial integrity. President Trump underscored the significance of these commitments during a joint press conference with the Azerbaijani and Armenian leaders.
