ISLAMABAD, June 13 (ANI) — Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday said a peace agreement between the United States and Iran is “closer than ever,” adding that the deal is likely to be finalized within the next 24 hours.
Sharif said technical-level talks would follow once the agreement is finalized.
In a post on X, he stated, “We are closer to a peace deal than ever before. With finalization likely expected in the next 24 hours, Pakistan is preparing for the electronic signing of the peace deal immediately after, followed by technical-level talks next week. We would like to thank the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran for their ongoing commitment during the negotiations, and we extend our sincere appreciation to our brothers in the region for their support. We are confident that this historic peace deal will form a strong foundation for lasting peace.”
Meanwhile, Pakistan Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar also spoke with Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis, who expressed optimism regarding the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran.
Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry said in a post on X, “Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar spoke today with Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis. Welcoming the encouraging progress toward an understanding between the United States and Iran, they expressed hope that ongoing efforts would soon contribute to peace and stability in the region. Both sides agreed to remain in close contact.”
Meanwhile, a senior Trump administration official said Friday that Iran has committed to never developing or acquiring nuclear weapons under a proposed agreement, while sanctions relief would be contingent on strict verification measures and inspections.
Discussing the negotiations, the official said the agreement has support from regional partners, including Israel and Gulf nations.
“We feel quite confident that all of our allies — the Israelis and the Gulf coalition — will get on board. Obviously, that doesn’t mean they give up the right to self-defense, and if Iranians don’t honor their end of the obligation, I wouldn’t expect the Israelis not to respond,” the official said.
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