Pakistan hopes to host Iran-US negotiations

Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed his hope to soon host the next round of peace negotiations between Iran and the United States. He conveyed this sentiment following a productive call involving former US President Donald Trump and leaders from Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Turkey, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, Jordan, and Pakistan.

Sharif took to social media platform X to share his congratulations with Trump for his efforts towards peace. He highlighted the "very useful and productive call" with regional leaders, emphasizing the opportunity to exchange views on the current regional situation and advance efforts for lasting peace.

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I congratulate President Donald Trump on his extraordinary efforts and striving for peace as well as holding a very useful and productive call earlier today with the leaders of Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Turkey, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Jordan and Pakistan.

Pakistan's Army Chief, Asim Munir, represented the country in these discussions. Sharif noted that the talks provided a valuable platform for sharing perspectives on fostering peace in the region.

Previously, Sharif played a mediating role in the conflict between Iran and the US. He hosted representatives from both nations in Islamabad on April 11 for peace talks. However, these negotiations concluded without an agreement, with US Vice President J.D. Vance departing the country without a deal.

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The discussions provided a good opportunity to exchange views on the current regional situation, and how to promote ongoing efforts towards creating lasting peace in the region.