Islamabad: The UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres has welcomed the announcement of a two-week ceasefire in the Middle East, urging all parties involved in the conflict to comply with international law and adhere to the terms of the ceasefire. This move is seen as a step toward achieving lasting peace in the region.

According to Radio Pakistan, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim expressed optimism that the negotiation process will be conducted with genuine intentions and a strong resolve to resolve the current issues in the region. The Malaysian Prime Minister also extended gratitude to Pakistan and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for their diplomatic efforts, acknowledging Pakistan's unbiased approach in engaging with all parties involved.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz expressed appreciation for the ceasefire and Pakistan's mediating role. He emphasized the importance of diplomatic negotiations in achieving a permanent resolution to the conflict. Indonesia also welcomed the ceasefire, urging both Iran and the US to respect each other's sovereignty and diplomatic integrity.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Foreign Minister Penny Wong issued a joint statement expressing hope that the ceasefire will lead to a durable resolution. The Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs recognized the ceasefire as a crucial opportunity for diplomacy and dialogue, stressing the need to halt military operations and uphold international navigation freedoms.

New Zealand's Foreign Minister Winston Peters acknowledged the truce but noted that further efforts are necessary. Kazakhstan's President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev praised the agreement, highlighting the mediation efforts of Pakistan's leadership, including Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir.

The Foreign Ministry of Oman expressed appreciation for Pakistan's efforts and called for an end to the war. Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara described the ceasefire as a positive development and emphasized the priority of reducing hostilities in the Middle East.

British High Commissioner to Pakistan Jane Marriott thanked Pakistan for its effective and diplomatic role in facilitating the ceasefire, underscoring the significance of Pakistan's quiet diplomacy in achieving this outcome.