Global Leaders Applaud Pakistan’s Role in Iran-US Ceasefire Deal

ISLAMABAD: (Web Desk) – Global leaders and lawmakers have widely recognized Pakistan’s diplomatic role in helping secure a two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran, reached just before a deadline set by Donald Trump. The agreement followed high-level discussions involving Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Army Staff Asim Munir.

Trump announced the breakthrough on his social platform, confirming the temporary truce after earlier issuing a stark warning of severe consequences if demands were not met. Shortly after, PM Shehbaz stated that Iran, the US, and their allies had agreed to an immediate ceasefire across all fronts, including Lebanon, and invited both sides to Islamabad for further negotiations aimed at a permanent resolution.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi thanked Pakistan’s leadership for its persistent diplomatic efforts, noting that Iran would halt defensive operations if attacks ceased. The ceasefire framework reflects proposals exchanged between both sides, creating space for dialogue.

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International appreciation poured in for Pakistan’s mediation. Jane Marriott praised Pakistan’s “quiet and effective diplomacy,” while Winston Peters acknowledged Pakistan, alongside Turkey and Egypt, for helping de-escalate tensions.

Leaders from across the globe, including Anthony Albanese and Penny Wong, emphasized the importance of sustaining the ceasefire to reduce economic and humanitarian risks. Similarly, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev credited Pakistan’s mediation for making the agreement possible.

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim commended Pakistan’s balanced and courageous diplomacy, while Antonio Guterres welcomed the ceasefire and urged all sides to work toward long-term peace.

European leaders, including Friedrich Merz, Kaja Kallas, Ursula von der Leyen, and Antonio Costa, also thanked Pakistan for facilitating dialogue. Additional support came from Espen Barth Eide and Maria Malmer Stenergard, who praised the joint mediation efforts.

The ceasefire is being viewed as a crucial step toward de-escalation, with hopes that the upcoming “Islamabad Talks” will lead to a durable and peaceful resolution of the conflict.