Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that a peace deal between the United States and Iran has been reached, with the official signing ceremony scheduled for June 19 in Switzerland.
Announcement of the Peace Deal
In a post on X early Monday, Sharif stated, "Following intensive talks, we are pleased to announce that the Peace Deal between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran has been REACHED." He added that both sides have declared the "immediate and permanent termination of military operations on all fronts, including in Lebanon." The official signing will take place on Friday, June 19 in Switzerland.
Mediation and Acknowledgments
Sharif thanked the US and Iran for their commitment to a diplomatic solution. He expressed appreciation to "our brothers in this mediation effort, the great leadership of the State of Qatar" for their support. He also thanked the visionary leadership of Saudi Arabia and Turkiye for their contributions. Mediators will facilitate pre-implementation discussions this week, laying the groundwork for technical talks and the signing ceremony.
US and Iran Confirmations
US President Donald Trump announced the deal on Truth Social on Sunday evening, easing pressure on global energy markets. Officials confirmed the signing date. Iran's deputy foreign minister, Kazem Gharibabadi, confirmed the agreement on state television but stated Iran would not implement it until after the signing.
Pakistan's Role as Mediator
Pakistan has emerged as a key mediator in US-Iran negotiations, facilitating contacts and hosting diplomatic efforts. Chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party and former Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari welcomed the peace deal, commending Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for his leadership and Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir for support. He also acknowledged Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar and diplomatic teams from all participating countries.
Background of the Conflict
The deal was negotiated through mediators including Pakistan and Qatar, who initially secured a two-week ceasefire on April 8, later extended. The US and Israel launched attacks on Iran on February 28, resulting in the loss of several top Iranian leaders, including Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. His son, Mojtaba, is now supreme leader but has not been seen in public since the war began.
