Pakistan Mediates Interim Ceasefire Between United States and Iran
Pakistan played a central role in brokering an interim ceasefire between the United States and Iran, with further diplomatic steps planned.
Pakistan played a central role in mediating between the United States and Iran, contributing to an interim ceasefire agreement that halts the war, according to multiple opposing news blocs.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced a deal and an immediate, permanent end to military operations this week, as reported by Al-Monitor.
Al-Monitor also reported that Pakistan signaled it will continue to lay the groundwork for further talks, with a signing ceremony scheduled in Switzerland on June 19.
In March, Islamabad confirmed it was relaying messages back and forth between Tehran and Washington, according to Al-Monitor, and Pakistan helped the United States deliver a 15‑point plan to Iran, as reported by Independent.co.uk.
The parties indicated that the interim agreement could serve as a basis for more comprehensive negotiations in the future.
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Sources: ["Al-Monitor", "Independent.co.uk"]
Date: "2026-07-08"
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