Baku: U.S. Vice President James David Vance expressed gratitude to Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev for his efforts in promoting peace between conflicting nations. During a joint press conference following their meeting in Baku, Vance emphasized the importance of ensuring that hostilities do not resume and highlighted the necessity of establishing contact between the peoples involved.

According to Azeri-Press News Agency, Vice President Vance acknowledged the significant steps taken by President Aliyev towards achieving peace. He conveyed his appreciation, stating that President Aliyev's leadership qualities are evident in his commitment to the peace process. Vance expressed optimism that the successful implementation of the peace agreement would lead to future stability and prevent further conflicts.