Pakistan to Host U.S.-Iran Peace Deal Event in Geneva, Pakistani PM Says
Pakistan says the deal ends military operations and opens 60 days of follow-up talks after months of mediation by regional leaders.
- On Monday, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced Pakistan will host the US-Iran peace agreement signing ceremony in Geneva on Friday, June 19, 2026, terming the deal a "monumental milestone" for global peace.
- The agreement ends a 107-day war that triggered a global energy crisis, with parties announcing an immediate and permanent end to all military operations, including in Lebanon, following joint US-Israeli strikes in February.
- Prime Minister Shehbaz credited Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir for his "tireless efforts" in the negotiation process, while acknowledging cooperation from Qatar, Turkiye, and China in achieving this diplomatic breakthrough.
- Addressing the National Assembly, Shehbaz described the deal as a "historic moment" that enhances Pakistan's international standing, pledging to pass benefits of global economic stability to Pakistani citizens.
- Preparations for the Friday ceremony in Switzerland are underway as the government urges continued unity among political forces to capitalize on this diplomatic achievement for long-term regional stability.
52 Articles
52 Articles
The path to a peace deal between the United States and Iran was neither quick nor easy. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif revealed that the negotiations were on the verge of collapse several times, but Pakistan, especially army chief Asim Munir, played a key role in keeping them going.
Al-Monitor
eNCAWhy is Pakistan involved in a US-Iran peace deal?
Pakistan has played a key role in efforts to halt war between Iran and the United States, with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announcing a deal and "immediate and permanent" end to military operations this week.Pakistan signalled it will continue to lay the groundwork for further talks, with a signing ceremony scheduled in Switzerland on June 19.- How did Pakistan take a central role? -In March, several weeks into the war, Islamabad confirmed it …
By Kevin Liptak, CNN. As they headed to an al fresco dinner overlooking the blue shores of Lake Geneva on Monday evening, the leaders of the world's most powerful nations hoped to gain clarity on exactly what President Donald Trump's new Iran deal entailed. After nearly two hours, the sun was about to set. At least some of the leaders left the specially constructed dining pavilion as puzzled by the details of the plan as when they entered, accor…
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 40% of the sources are Center
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
