Gofrixty [9 August 2025] – The leaders of Armenia and Azerbaijan met at the White House and signed a historic pledge to end decades of conflict. President Donald Trump hosted the ceremony and announced that both nations will immediately start full diplomatic relations, open borders, and begin trade.
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan of Armenia and President Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan shook hands in the East Room and declared their commitment to a “permanent peace.” They vowed to respect each other’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. Trump called the deal “a new chapter for the Caucasus” and promised that the United States will support both countries in rebuilding trust and economic cooperation.
The agreement includes the creation of the Trump Route for International Peace and Prosperity, a transport and trade corridor linking Azerbaijan’s mainland to its Nakhchivan exclave through Armenian territory. The plan covers railway, road, energy pipelines, and fiber-optic lines. Both governments believe the corridor will boost regional trade and improve infrastructure.
Trump emphasized that the pledge represents more than a ceasefire. “This is not just the end of war,” he said. “This is the beginning of partnership.” Pashinyan stated that Armenia seeks to “turn a painful history into a future of collaboration.” Aliyev called the day “a victory for peace” and thanked Trump for his mediation.
