Pakistan Prime Minister welcomes US-Iran ceasefire extension

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif thanked U.S. President Donald Trump for extending the ceasefire in the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, saying it will support ongoing diplomatic efforts. He expressed hope for continued calm and a comprehensive peace deal in upcoming talks in Islamabad.

Jose Pablo Diaz/Reuters

April 22, 2026

Pakistan Prime Minister welcomes US-Iran ceasefire extension

FILE PHOTO: Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif looks on during a business and investment conference, during his official visit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, October 6, 2025.

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Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday (April 22) thanked U.S. President Donald Trump for accepting the country's request to extend the ceasefire in the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran to allow ongoing diplomatic efforts to take their course.

"I sincerely hope that both sides will continue to observe the ceasefire and be able to conclude a comprehensive ‘Peace Deal’ during the second round of talks scheduled at Islamabad for a permanent end to the conflict," Sharif said in post on X.

Trump announced an extension of the ceasefire to give negotiations more time, until Iran submits a proposal.

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