Washington: The peace agreement initialed in Washington on August 8 was a historically significant event, Italy's Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Edmondo Cirielli, said during the 6th meeting of the Azerbaijan-Italy Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation, APA reports.

According to Azeri-Press News Agency, Cirielli emphasized the potential impact of the agreement beyond the immediate region. He expressed hope that the new situation emerging from this agreement would contribute to strengthening peace not only in the South Caucasus but also in other regions.

Cirielli's remarks highlight Italy's interest in the peace process between Azerbaijan and Armenia and its potential implications for broader regional stability. The initialing of the agreement marks a significant diplomatic milestone, reflecting a commitment to resolving longstanding conflicts in the area.