Ahmad Hashemi on US-Azerbaijan Relations 

In an interview on AnewZ TV, Ahmad Hashemi discussed the shifting dynamics of U.S.-Azerbaijan relations, highlighting a bipartisan legislative effort in the U.S. Congress to repeal Section 907 of the Freedom Support Act.

Passed in 1992, Section 907 originally banned direct U.S. aid to Azerbaijan. Today, critics argue the legislation is outdated and fails to reflect modern geopolitical realities. The new repeal bill has gained significant traction, securing prominent Republican co-sponsors such as Congressman Abraham Hamadeh.

As an “America First” Republican, Congressman Hamadeh’s leadership on this issue signals that the Trump administration views Azerbaijan as an essential strategic partner. In discussions with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev, Hamadeh emphasized Azerbaijan’s unique geographical significance—neighboring both Iran and Russia—and its critical role in global connectivity, energy, and trade. The initiative underscores a mutual desire between Baku and Washington to forge stronger strategic ties.

Simultaneously, prospects for regional stability are rising through the Trump Route for International Peace and Prosperity (TRIPP), also known as the Zangezur Corridor. Both Azerbaijan and Armenia are seeking a historic rapprochement to secure lasting peace. Following the restoration of its territorial integrity, Baku is eager to finalize a deal. Meanwhile, Armenian society signaled its mandate for peace following the June 2026 parliamentary election victory of Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s party, opening the door for comprehensive agreements with Azerbaijan and Türkiye.

Washington shares this enthusiasm. While President Trump remains heavily focused on managing conflicts with Iran, the administration is closely monitoring the South Caucasus peace process. Securing a diplomatic breakthrough over the TRIPP corridor offers President Trump a vital opportunity to achieve a major foreign policy victory and cement his legacy as an international dealmaker.

 Link: https://youtu.be/8RoFLAnuVPI

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