A historic U.S.-brokered peace agreement has been reached between Armenia and Azerbaijan, aimed at ending decades of conflict and encouraging respect for each nation’s territorial integrity.
Signed by both countries' foreign ministers in Washington D.C., the deal aims to formally conclude nearly forty years of hostilities and open a new chapter of diplomatic relations.
In a show of support for peace, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has called for the release of Armenian detainees held in Azerbaijan, underscoring international involvement in the negotiations.
The agreement has sparked cautious optimism among the people of Armenia and Azerbaijan, who harbor lingering skepticism about the long-term sustainability of peace and the implications of potential territorial concessions.
Iran has expressed strong opposition to the deal, particularly concerning a planned transit corridor that could threaten its national security, signaling potential regional tensions.
The peace process has been framed as a major diplomatic achievement for U.S. foreign policy, raising important questions about the evolving geopolitical landscape involving major players like Russia and Iran.
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