Historic peace talks in Washington captivate Turkish audiences

Turkish media extensively covered the outcomes of the White House meeting between the leaders of Azerbaijan, Armenia, and the United States on August 9, 2025.

Major news agencies, TV channels, print outlets, and online platforms in Türkiye broadcast live updates throughout the day, describing the gathering between Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, and US President Donald Trump as “historic,” according to domestic media.

Turkish audiences were kept informed about President Aliyev’s emphasis on the pursuit of lasting peace and stability in the South Caucasus.

Reports highlighted the importance of the joint declaration aimed at resolving the protracted Azerbaijan-Armenia conflict, underlining the decisive nature of the signed agreements in bringing an end to decades of hostilities.

Television programs featured analysts, experts, and journalists who shared their insights on the significance of the Washington meeting.

Commentators stressed the event’s profound impact not only on the South Caucasus region but also globally, noting its potential to enhance regional communication links and strengthen Türkiye’s relations with the broader Turkic world.

By Tamilla Hasanova