10.02.2026 21:40
The U.S. Vice President JD Vance, who traveled to Azerbaijan for official talks, made notable statements during a joint press conference with President Ilham Aliyev. Vance pointed out that Aliyev is the only leader who has good relations with both Turks and Israelis, aside from U.S. President Donald Trump, and humorously commented on this situation by saying, "Either the food here is really good, or he is an extremely impressive person."
US Vice President JD Vance, who went to Azerbaijan for official talks, met with President Ilham Aliyev.
After the official welcoming ceremony, Aliyev and Vance held bilateral and inter-delegation meetings. Following the discussions, Aliyev and Vance signed the "Strategic Partnership Agreement between the Government of Azerbaijan and the Government of the United States."
"THE ONLY LEADER WHO CAN GET ALONG WITH BOTH TURKS AND ISRAELIS"
Speaking at a joint press conference held after the ceremony, Vance emphasized that relations with Azerbaijan would continue, while using striking and humorous expressions about Aliyev. Vance stated that Aliyev is the only leader who can establish strong relations with both Turkey and Israel alongside US President Donald Trump. Commenting on this situation in a humorous way, Vance caused laughter in the room with his words, "Either the food here is really good, or he is an extremely impressive person."
Vance stated: "I told my team before the flight. Apart from President Trump, the only leader in the world who has really good relations with both Turks and Israelis is President Aliyev. I said there could be two reasons for this: Either the food here is really good, or he is an extremely impressive person. I can confirm that he is indeed very charismatic. We will learn about the food shortly, and I am sure we will be well taken care of."