In a moment that perfectly blended history-making diplomacy with Donald Trump’s signature humor, the 45th President left world leaders stunned — and the internet buzzing — during a landmark White House event on Friday.
The occasion was the signing of a U.S.-brokered peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan, ending decades of bitter conflict. But as cameras rolled, Trump slipped in one of his classic nicknames for Joe Biden, and the reactions from foreign leaders spoke volumes.
Trump Celebrates Peace — and Delivers a Political Punch
For more than 35 years, Armenia and Azerbaijan have been locked in a violent dispute that left both nations scarred. The European Union tried to mediate. Russia tried. Even Biden gave it a go. None succeeded.
“Sleepy Joe Biden tried… but you know what happened there,” Trump said, pausing as Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev chuckled. “He tried for probably 12 minutes, and it didn’t work out.”
Across the stage, Armenia’s Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan raised his eyebrows toward the audience — a reaction quickly captured and shared across social media.
A Signature Trump Moment at the White House
Earlier in the event, Trump praised real estate mogul Steve Witkoff as “Henry Kissinger who doesn’t leak,” drawing laughter from the audience. He then turned serious, noting the historic significance of the peace accord.
“With this agreement, we’ve finally succeeded in making peace,” Trump said. “We just left the Oval Office after signing the important documents that will change the future for both nations.”
Trump’s Unique Blend of Humor and Leadership
For his supporters, the moment was vintage Trump — sealing a major diplomatic victory while landing a punchline that his political opponents won’t soon forget. It was a reminder of why he remains a dominant figure on the world stage, capable of commanding attention in ways that leave critics rattled and allies energized.