Secretary Blinken’s Call with Azerbaijani President Aliyev
10/10/2022
Secretary Blinken’s Call with Azerbaijani President Aliyev10/10/2022 11:34 AM EDT
Office of the Spokesperson
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev. Secretary Blinken expressed appreciation for the positive steps Azerbaijan and Armenia are taking towards reaching a sustainable peace agreement, including recent direct talks between the foreign ministers and leaders. Secretary Blinken welcomed Azerbaijan’s release of 17 POWs to Armenia on October 4 and urged President Aliyev to continue time-bound and measurable steps to support the peace process. Secretary Blinken reiterated U.S. support, including for clear border delimitation, transportation linkages, recovery and identification of missing persons, return of detainees, and other issues. He underscored the importance of discussions about the rights and securities for the residents of Nagorno-Karabakh and need for both sides to maintain the cease-fire and focus on a negotiated agreement as the only path to a lasting peace.
Secretary Blinken’s Call with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Kuleba
10/10/2022
Secretary Blinken’s Call with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Kuleba10/10/2022 01:14 PM EDT
Office of the Spokesperson
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price:
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba about the Kremlin’s horrific strikes against Ukraine today, including waves of missiles that hit the streets of several Ukrainian cities during rush hour. The Secretary commended Ukraine for not allowing President Putin to break Ukraine’s spirit and reaffirmed U.S. resolve to support Ukraine. He noted that the United States will continue to provide vital economic, humanitarian, and security assistance so Ukraine can defend itself and take care of its people. The Secretary reaffirmed the steadfast support of the United States for Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
He also extended his deepest sympathies to the Foreign Minister for the people of Ukraine who have lost loved ones today. The United States stands with Ukraine.