Islamabad — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday expressed satisfaction over progress in diplomatic engagement between the United States and Iran, stating that Pakistan has played an active role in facilitating dialogue and supporting peace efforts.
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Addressing a federal cabinet meeting, the prime minister said Pakistan’s leadership made “full contributions” toward mediation efforts that helped bring the two sides to the negotiating table after nearly five decades.
He said that Pakistan’s efforts had contributed to a ceasefire between the United States and Iran, which, according to him, remains in place despite tensions surrounding the talks.
PM Shehbaz praised the roles of Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Chief of Army Staff Asim Munir in supporting and facilitating the diplomatic process.
He added that he was personally aware of key developments during the negotiations, noting that at several points the process had come close to collapse before being revived through continued engagement.
The prime minister described Pakistan’s mediation role as a “matter of pride,” saying international leaders had acknowledged Islamabad’s contribution to promoting peace. He also noted that Japan’s leadership had reportedly appreciated Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts.
During the cabinet meeting, PM Shehbaz also briefed members on his upcoming visit to Saudi Arabia and recent diplomatic contacts with friendly countries. Discussions are expected to focus on regional developments and the evolving situation surrounding Iran–US relations.
The statement comes after nearly 24 hours of negotiations between US and Iranian officials concluded in Islamabad on Sunday without a final agreement, though both sides reportedly left open the possibility of continued engagement.
The talks, which shifted between indirect and rare direct formats, extended late into the night, highlighting both the complexity of the issues and the urgency of reaching common ground.
Pakistan’s role in hosting the discussions has been described by officials as a significant diplomatic initiative aimed at reducing regional tensions and encouraging sustained dialogue between Washington and Tehran.
