U.S. stresses importance of direct Armenia-Azerbaijan talks
The United States continues to engage the leadership of Armenia and Azerbaijan and offers to facilitate a “dignified and durable peace where the rights of all are respected”, U.S. Department of State spokesman Matthew Miller said on Monday.
“It is important that Armenia and Azerbaijan discuss and resolve issues directly to benefit the region. We would welcome a role in facilitating those talks. We’ve seen other countries offer to facilitate those talks. We think it’s important that the two countries talk face to face to reach a durable agreement,” he told a press briefing.
Miller declined to speak to the negotiations between the Armenian and Azeri foreign ministers that had been scheduled to take place in Washington on November 20, but were cancelled due to Baku's refusal.