FM: Türkiye hopes for swift peace treaty between Azerbaijan, Armenia

Türkiye is hopeful that a peace treaty between Baku and Yerevan will be signed soon, the country's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said at a press briefing following the Antalya Diplomacy Forum.

“Türkiye hopes for the swift signing of a peace treaty between Azerbaijan and Armenia,” he stated.

According to Fidan, the normalisation of relations between Azerbaijan, Türkiye, and Armenia carries significant economic benefits.

“The role of our region in the implementation of the Middle Corridor is extremely important. Stability in the South Caucasus is crucial for the security of this corridor. The Zangezur corridor is a very important route for Türkiye. We are also working on this issue with the European Union. A peace treaty between Azerbaijan and Armenia will contribute to the development of all countries in the region. We are very close to this,” the Turkish minister added.

Other remarks from the foreign minister also highlighted broader regional dynamics and diplomatic efforts. He noted that a new regional framework is gradually taking shape involving Türkiye, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Egypt, suggesting a shift toward more coordinated regional cooperation.

Fidan emphasised that continued reliance on external assistance would only perpetuate existing problems, arguing instead for regional countries to take responsibility for resolving their own challenges. He added that ongoing efforts are focused on ending conflicts in the region while simultaneously promoting long-term economic development.

Touching on recent tensions, he stated that, following the end of the ceasefire, there is no appetite for a renewed war between the United States and Iran in the near term. He also indicated that the range of issues under discussion is extensive, meaning the ceasefire framework may require further extension to sustain stability. 

Finally, Fidan reiterated Türkiye’s readiness to once again host Russia and Ukraine in Istanbul for potential negotiations, underlining Ankara’s continued role as a mediator in ongoing conflicts.

By Jeyhun Aghazada