Pakistan finds itself at the center of a major diplomatic breakthrough. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has welcomed the US-Iran ceasefire that paused one of the most dangerous escalations in the Middle East in recent years. The development follows intense mediation by Islamabad, which convinced Washington to hold off on a planned military strike against Tehran.
Donald Trump confirmed he agreed to suspend the strike for two weeks, citing Pakistan’s role in the breakthrough. Iran, in turn, committed to keeping the Strait of Hormuz open for global shipping during the same period. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi confirmed the arrangement publicly, calling it an opening for renewed diplomacy.
With the greatest humility, I am pleased to announce that the Islamic Republic of Iran and the United States of America, along with their allies, have agreed to an immediate ceasefire everywhere including Lebanon and elsewhere, EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY.
— Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) April 7, 2026
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PM Sharif described the agreement as a “sagacious gesture.” He praised both sides for choosing dialogue over conflict and called it a meaningful step toward regional stability. Pakistan is not treating this as the final word — it is pushing for something far more durable.
Islamabad Talks Aim to Turn the Ceasefire Into Lasting Peace
Delegations from both the US and Iran are expected in Islamabad on April 10. Sharif has officially named the event the “Islamabad Talks,” designed to build on the US-Iran ceasefire and work toward a broader resolution. He said both sides showed remarkable wisdom by staying engaged throughout the process and voiced confidence that the upcoming dialogue would move things forward.
This moment is rare. A conflict that kept the entire region on edge now has a diplomatic window — and Pakistan is holding it open. Whether it leads to a lasting deal remains to be seen, but Islamabad has already proven it can play a decisive role on the world stage.
