Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif praised U.S. President Donald Trump for extending a cease-fire between the United States and Iran on April 23, 2026 [2].
The move signals Pakistan's active role as a diplomatic intermediary in the Middle East and its desire to prevent a wider regional conflict.
In a statement from Islamabad, Sharif expressed gratitude for the decision to prolong the truce. He said he hoped the current pause in hostilities would lead to a more permanent resolution between the two nations.
"I thank President Trump for extending the cease-fire with Iran and hope we can conclude a comprehensive peace deal," Sharif said [1].
Reports indicate the extension occurred following a specific request from Pakistan [3]. However, other reports suggest President Trump announced the extension on his own accord [4].
Regarding the duration of the agreement, some sources state the cease-fire will last for two weeks [4]. Other reports indicate the extension remains in place until Iranian officials submit a unified proposal [3].
Sharif emphasized that his government remains committed to the process of conflict resolution through negotiation rather than military action. He said Pakistan will keep pursuing a diplomatic solution to the conflict [1].
The Prime Minister's remarks highlight a strategic effort to maintain stability in a volatile region where Pakistan shares a complex relationship with both Washington and Tehran.
“"I thank President Trump for extending the cease-fire with Iran and hope we can conclude a comprehensive peace deal."”
Pakistan's public endorsement of the cease-fire extension reflects its strategic necessity to balance relations between the U.S. and Iran. By positioning itself as a facilitator for a 'comprehensive peace deal,' Islamabad seeks to enhance its international diplomatic standing while mitigating the risk of regional instability that could spill over its own borders.
