Donald Trump & Ilham Aliyev

Donald Trump: U.S. President credited for brokering the peace summit and advancing the process. His role enhances U.S. diplomatic influence in the region.

Ilham Aliyev: Azerbaijani President participated in the call, highlighting progress and trade ties. Strengthens Azerbaijan's role as a regional energy supplier and transit hub.

Donald Trump: Donald Trump stated he should be involved in choosing Iran's next supreme leader and ruled out Mojtaba Khamenei. He also urged Iranians to 'take back' their country and promised them 'immunity'.

Ilham Aliyev: Ilham Aliyev, Azerbaijan's President, accused Iran of a 'groundless act of terror and aggression' after a drone crash and instructed the military to prepare retaliatory measures.

Donald Trump: Donald Trump, as the U.S. President, publicly endorsed Nikol Pashinyan and facilitated a peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan. He urged Armenians to 'Make Armenia Great Again' in support of Pashinyan's pro-Western shift.

Ilham Aliyev: Ilham Aliyev, President of Azerbaijan, initialed a document with Nikol Pashinyan on moving towards a peace deal, which is a central part of Armenia's current foreign policy.

Donald Trump: Donald Trump's administration initiated the TRIPP corridor and expressed interest in critical minerals deals, shaping the economic focus of the United States' engagement in the region.

Ilham Aliyev: Ilham Aliyev, the Azerbaijani President, signed a joint declaration with Nikol Pashinyan in 2025 aimed at promoting lasting peace in the South Caucasus, which the TRIPP agreement builds upon.

Ilham Aliyev: As the President of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev delivered the address to the International — United Nations Economic Commission for Africa, highlighting Azerbaijan's achievements and future plans.