Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan reaffirmed that Armenia remains ready to sign the finalized peace agreement with Azerbaijan but noted that statements from Baku have yet to translate into concrete progress in setting a signing date.

In comments to RFE/RL’s Armenian Service, Mirzoyan emphasized Armenia’s consistent position:
“We are ready to sign the treaty. Just as we were ready to launch consultations in that direction as soon as possible, we continue to be ready. But unfortunately, despite various statements from the Azerbaijani side, no progress has yet been made.”
He added that dialogue is still ongoing and expressed cautious optimism:
“Let’s be patient – perhaps soon there will be good news.”

Separately, Armen Grigoryan, Secretary of Armenia’s Security Council, confirmed that the text of the peace treaty has been finalized, and discussions now center on choosing the time and venue for the signing.

Grigoryan also addressed the bilateral nature of the current negotiations, noting that Russia, which once played a mediating role, is now largely sidelined.
“At this moment, the negotiations are simply proceeding bilaterally,” he said. “Both Yerevan and Baku have acknowledged this format, and it has proven productive.”
When asked about a potential return to mediation – particularly amid Türkiye’s increased involvement – Grigoryan questioned Moscow’s neutrality:
“And whose side is Russia going to take? We will discuss this matter when you have an answer to this question.”

Meanwhile, Azerbaijan continues to engage in cross-border fire while accusing Armenia of ceasefire violations – framing its own actions as defensive. Azerbaijani Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov recently reiterated Baku’s conditions for signing the treaty:

1. Constitutional amendments in Armenia to remove perceived territorial claims, particularly references to Nagorno-Karabakh in the 1990 Declaration of Independence.
2. The dissolution of the OSCE Minsk Group, which Azerbaijan views as obsolete following the 2020 war and its full control over Nagorno-Karabakh.
   He also reaffirmed Azerbaijan’s demand for a land corridor linking its western territories with Nakhchivan.