Both sides must be willing to finalize talks, Russian Ambassador to Azerbaijan says

Azerbaijan is determined to finalize the talks on a peace treaty very quickly, but both sides must be willing to do it, Russian Ambassador to Azerbaijan Mikhail Yevdokimov told Izvestia when asked whether a treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan will be signed this year.

“I see that Azerbaijan is determined to finalize the talks on a peace treaty very quickly. However, as we know, both sides must be willing to do it,” the ambassador said.

According to Yevdokimov, Russia always plays a crucial role in the peace process.

“Russia is ready to provide the utmost support in the talks on the peace treaty between the two sides. Now Armenia and Azerbaijan are directly exchanging drafts of the peace treaty. We are ready to provide the platform for talks in Moscow. We are ready, if necessary, to provide our expertise and advice on the text,” Yevdokimov added.