Russian and Azerbaijani foreign ministers, Sergei Lavrov and Ceyhun Bayramov, are scheduled to meet in Moscow on Friday, December 23. This development was reported by DEA News with reference to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation. Official channels did not provide additional details beyond the confirmation of the talks.
The Russian Foreign Ministry has kept its communications concise, offering no further remarks about the agenda or expected outcomes of the discussions between the two ministers. The meeting signals continued diplomatic engagement as both sides work toward stabilizing regional ties and advancing dialogue on shared security concerns.
Observers note that a third round of negotiations on the draft peace treaty between Azerbaijan and Armenia could occur before the year closes. This prospective round would follow two previous sessions that focused on narrowing differences and outlining basic mechanisms for conflict resolution, including provisions related to ceasefires and humanitarian considerations.
Prior to the Moscow talks, Bayramov reiterated during a separate meeting with Lavrov that Azerbaijan seeks the earliest possible resolution of the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict. He emphasized that the Armenian authorities have, according to Baku, continued to violate terms of the tripartite declaration and have used the Lachin corridor for purposes beyond humanitarian relief. The Azerbaijani stance highlights ongoing concerns about access, security guarantees, and the practical implementation of agreed arrangements on the ground.
Lavrov, for his part, underscored Moscow’s interest in fostering a comprehensive peace treaty between Baku and Yerevan. The dialogue is framed within Russia’s broader effort to facilitate durable settlement in the region and to support international mechanisms that monitor compliance and stability. The talks reflect a shared objective of steering discussions toward a stable, legally binding agreement that can address outstanding issues and reduce regional tensions.