Pakistan has brokered a two-week ceasefire between the US, Israel and Iran, averting a potential escalation of the conflict in the Middle East. After weeks of negotiations, a breakthrough was achieved through Pakistani officials’ diplomatic efforts, rescuing talks that were reportedly hours from collapse.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced Pakistan will host peace talks in Islamabad beginning April 10, bringing American and Iranian delegations together. Iran has confirmed its participation, with a delegation expected to arrive Thursday night. The agreement marks a significant diplomatic victory for Islamabad, which maintains ties with both Washington and Tehran.
Negotiations will be based on Iran’s 10-point proposal, which includes calls for control over the Strait of Hormuz. While the temporary truce is a major achievement, officials acknowledge that securing a permanent agreement will be a complicated process. Pakistan’s leaders had expressed growing concern over the situation, bracing for potential impacts of continued conflict.