Islamabad: Iranian President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian has appreciated the efforts of Pakistani leadership to bring about a temporary ceasefire between Iran and the U.S. He extended the appreciation during a telephonic conversation with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The Iranian President confirmed that Iran would be participating in the negotiations in Islamabad.

According to Radio Pakistan, during their warm and cordial conversation that lasted for over forty-five minutes, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif conveyed his deep appreciation for the wisdom and sagacity of the Iranian leadership in agreeing to the ceasefire and for accepting the Prime Minister's offer to host negotiations between Iran and the U.S. in Islamabad later this week. He also conveyed his respects to Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei.

Both leaders agreed to remain in close contact. The Prime Minister said Pakistan remains committed to working closely with all its friends and partners to advance peace and stability in the region and beyond.