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Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev congratulated the 47th U.S. President on his inauguration, reaffirming cooperation. He highlighted the U.S. role in Azerbaijan’s energy policy and expressed hope for stronger bilateral ties. Aliyev wished the President success and prosperity for the American people.
Full text of the congratulatory message:
Dear Mr. President,
I am pleased to extend my sincere congratulations to you on the commencement of your term as the 47th President of the United States and wish you success in your forthcoming, responsible state endeavours for the well-being of the friendly people of America.
I am confident that your future actions will play a significant role in promoting global peace and strengthening international security.
Azerbaijan and the United States have consistently cooperated closely based on their national security interests in addressing global challenges and threats, including the fight against international terrorism and its various manifestations.
I highly appreciate our cooperation, which serves to ensure the energy security of the U.S. allies, is based on positive traditions in the energy sector, and is built on solid foundations. I would like to especially emphasise the continuous support you have provided for our country's energy policy.
We are determined to continue our active and productive collaboration with the United States in both traditional and new areas of cooperation, based on mutual trust and confidence, and we look forward to working closely with you in these spheres.
I believe that during your new presidency, the friendship and cooperation between the Republic of Azerbaijan and the United States of America will be further strengthened and enriched with new content.
Once again, I sincerely congratulate you and wish you good health, happiness, success in your endeavours, and everlasting peace and prosperity for the friendly people of America.
Sincerely,
Ilham Aliyev
President of the Republic of Azerbaijan
Baku, 21 January 2025
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The Saudi-led coalition fighting Yemen's Houthis said it intercepted and destroyed two ballistic missiles fired by the Iran-aligned group towards Riyadh on Sunday (8 November), after loud booms were heard in the Saudi capital. The Aramco building was damaged by falling debris.
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Russia and Ukraine are set to return to Abu Dhabi on Tuesday for a fourth round of U.S.-brokered peace talks, with European participation, security guarantees and territorial disputes expected to shape the negotiations.
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Israeli President Isaac Herzog has tasked Gadi Eisenkot, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s main rival, with trying to form a government after an inconclusive election. The decision, announced on Saturday, follows a vote that left neither candidate with a clear path to power.
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