"We can proudly say that the current level of Azerbaijan-US relations is at its highest peak in the 34-year history of diplomatic relations."

Operativ Media reports that President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev stated this in a letter to President of the United States Donald Trump:

"I once again express my gratitude to you, personally on my own behalf and on behalf of the entire Azerbaijani people, for this great achievement, including your invaluable services in establishing and deepening our strategic partnership," the letter said.