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PM Shehbaz Thanks Qatar for Support to Pakistan's Peace, De-Escalation Efforts in Middle East

The leaders agreed to keep high-level contacts as Pakistan continues mediation aimed at de-escalation and regional stability.

  • On Sunday, Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif held a phone call with His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed, thanking Qatar for its "strong endorsement and support of Pakistan-led peace efforts."
  • Pakistan remains engaged in de-escalation efforts between the United States and Iran, aiming to prevent negotiations from collapsing after momentum from earlier Islamabad talks slowed sharply.
  • Marking the second telephone conversation between the two leaders within one week, they reviewed progress on ongoing peace efforts and underscored the importance of constructive engagement by all parties.
  • Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif invited the Qatari prime minister to Pakistan for an official visit soon, and both leaders agreed to maintain regular high-level contacts to follow up.
  • Although a complete end to the war remains elusive, hostilities have largely ceased since the two sides agreed on a Pakistan-brokered ceasefire on April 8.
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Business Recorder broke the news on Sunday, May 17, 2026.
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