Washington, D.C. / Abu Dhabi
The United States has reiterated its support for the ongoing peace process between Azerbaijan and Armenia, following the July 10 meeting between President Ilham Aliyev and Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan in Abu Dhabi.
Speaking at a press briefing, State Department spokesperson Temmi Bruce said Washington remains committed to fostering peace and stability in the South Caucasus.
“We support all efforts that promote peace and stability in the South Caucasus,” Bruce told reporters. “We are monitoring media reports regarding the meeting. At this time, we have no additional information to share.”
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U.S. Signals Continued Engagement
Bruce also emphasized the broader policy direction of the current U.S. administration, referencing recent statements made by President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
“As you know, President Trump’s and Secretary Rubio’s approach speaks for itself. The president’s remarks at the recent cabinet meeting made it clear: this administration is committed to peace,” she added.
While the United States was not directly involved in organizing the Abu Dhabi summit, it has remained an active diplomatic player in the South Caucasus, previously hosting negotiations in Washington and supporting regional initiatives aimed at de-escalation and reconciliation.
Strategic Importance
The Abu Dhabi meeting is viewed as a potential breakthrough in long-stalled peace efforts between Baku and Yerevan. Though no final agreement was signed, both sides characterized the talks as constructive and pledged to continue negotiations.
With shifting geopolitical alignments, ongoing regional instability, and rising pressure for economic integration, analysts say Washington sees long-term peace in the South Caucasus as a strategic interest, particularly in light of growing influence from Russia, Iran, and China in the region.
The U.S. is expected to continue supporting confidence-building measures and diplomatic engagement in the months ahead, even if from behind the scenes.
