U.S. welcomes release of Armenian, Azeri soldiers

The United States welcomes the statement by Armenia and Azerbaijan of the release of two Azerbaijani and thirty-two Armenian detainees. 

"This commitment represents an important confidence building measure as the sides work to finalize a peace agreement and normalize relations. We commend Azerbaijani President Aliyev and Armenian Prime Minister Pashinyan for their joint efforts to lay the groundwork for a more peaceful and prosperous future for the people of the South Caucasus," State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller said in a statement.

"The United States will continue to strongly support efforts to reach a durable and dignified peace," he added.