The European Union has welcomed progress in the Armenia-Azerbaijan peace process on the first anniversary of the Washington summit between the leaders of Armenia, Azerbaijan and the United States.

Axar.az reports that the EU Special Representative for the South Caucasus and the crisis in Georgia made a statement on X.

"Today marks the first anniversary of the historic Washington Summit of Armenia, Azerbaijan and the United States leaders on 8 August 2025. The EU strongly welcomes the series of positive and constructive steps taken since then to further institutionalise and advance the peace process," she stated.

"Armenia and Azerbaijan leaders have opened the way for lasting and irreversible peace. The EU continues to support both countries and their societies on their path towards peace and reconciliation,” the EU envoy said.