Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif Praises Trump's Peace Efforts with Iran, Hails 'Extraordinary' Diplomatic Process
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif of Pakistan publicly endorsed U.S. President Donald Trump's diplomatic outreach to Iran, calling his efforts 'extraordinary' following a phone call involving multiple regional leaders. Pakistan expressed hope to host further U.S.-Iran negotiations, with military chief Field Marshal Asim Munir representing the country in the call. The move signals growing regional alignment on peace initiatives.
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday congratulated United States President Donald Trump on his “extraordinary efforts to pursue peace”, saying he held a “very useful and productive call” with the leaders of multiple countries. Trump held a phone call with the leaders of Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Turkiye, Egypt, the UAE, Jordan and Pakistan, PM Shehbaz said. The premier also noted that Pakistan hoped to host another round of US-Iran negotiations soon. In a post on X, he said Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Chief of Army Staff (Coas) Field Marshal Asim Munir represented Pakistan in the call, and appreciated his “tireless efforts” during the process. “The discussions provided a useful opportunity to exchange views on the current regional situation and how to move the ongoing peace efforts forward to bring lasting peace in the region,” he said. “Pakistan will continue its peace efforts with utmost sincerity and we hope to host the next round of talks very soon.” More to follow
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