Trump hosts Azerbaijani President Aliyev at White House ahead of crucial peace talks PHOTO/VIDEO

A high-level meeting between Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev and U.S. President Donald Trump has officially commenced in Washington. The two leaders greeted each other warmly at the entrance to the White House, where President Trump personally welcomed his Azerbaijani counterpart.

The meeting, taking place as part of President Aliyev’s working visit to the United States, marks a significant moment in bilateral relations between Baku and Washington. Following their initial greeting in front of the U.S. and Azerbaijani flags, the leaders exchanged a brief but cordial conversation in view of the media before proceeding to closed-door talks.

Discussions are expected to focus on key areas of mutual interest, including U.S.–Azerbaijan cooperation and joint efforts to advance the peace process between Azerbaijan and Armenia. President Trump is anticipated to hold separate meetings with both South Caucasus leaders as part of broader diplomatic efforts.

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The White House has announced that formal statements regarding the outcomes of the talks will be delivered to the press later today from the Oval Office.