How the UAE and U.S. Made Peace Between Armenia and Azerbaijan Possible

When Armenia and Azerbaijan signed their historic peace agreement at the White House, it wasn’t just the end of a long-standing conflict — it was the result of months of careful diplomacy. And right in the middle of it all was the UAE.

Earlier this year, Abu Dhabi played host to crucial talks between the leaders of both nations, guided by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s vision for stability in the region. Those discussions didn’t just fill time — they built trust, set the tone, and laid the groundwork for the agreement we’re celebrating today.

But this was a tag-team effort. The U.S., with former President Donald Trump personally mediating at the White House, took the baton and helped push the peace process to the finish line. The fact that this deal happened shows how powerful real collaboration can be when two nations commit to the same goal.

The UAE’s role reinforces its growing reputation as a trusted mediator in tough regional conflicts. And the U.S. partnership in this process shows that, together, they can create a model for diplomacy that others might just want to copy. Peace takes patience, courage, and a willingness to talk — and on August 12, 2025, that hard work finally paid off.