Pakistan, Saudi Arabia stress peace in Iran-US talks

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman held discussions emphasizing the need for dialogue and diplomacy in the upcoming phase of Iran-US negotiations. Both leaders agreed that any effort to undermine the peace process must be met with vigilance.

Their conversation followed the signing of a long-awaited peace deal between the United States and Iran earlier in the week, signaling a potential end to months of Middle East tension. Prime Minister Sharif described his phone call with the Saudi Crown Prince as "warm and most cordial," expressing gratitude for Riyadh's consistent support for Pakistan's peace initiatives.

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guided by a firm commitment to dialogue and diplomacy, and vigilance against any attempt to undermine the peace process

Sharif congratulated the Crown Prince on the "Islamabad Peace Deal," noting his "wise leadership" and the Kingdom's "unwavering commitment to regional peace and stability" as crucial guiding forces. The Prime Minister also conveyed his satisfaction with the strong bilateral relations between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, looking forward to enhanced economic partnerships.

The memorandum of understanding was electronically signed by all parties, with Prime Minister Sharif acting as mediator between U.S. President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. The deal, which aims to end the war, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and address key issues within 60 days, came into effect earlier than anticipated. However, planned talks in Switzerland were postponed after U.S. Vice President JD Vance canceled his travel plans.

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His Royal Highness’s wise leadership and the Kingdom’s unwavering commitment to regional peace and stability remained vital guiding forces throughout this crisis