In phone call with PM Shehbaz, Pezeshkian confirms Iran’s participation in Islamabad talks

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif spoke by phone with Masoud Pezeshkian, during which the Iranian leader confirmed that Tehran will participate in upcoming talks in Islamabad aimed at advancing diplomatic efforts following a newly agreed ceasefire between Iran and the United States. Pakistani officials said the call lasted about 45 minutes and was described as constructive and forward‑looking.

Shehbaz Sharif welcomed Iran’s confirmation of participation and expressed appreciation for its willingness to engage in further negotiations under the Pakistan‑facilitated framework. The Islamabad talks are scheduled to bring together delegations from Iran and the US to work toward a more durable settlement.

The development highlights Pakistan’s role as a diplomatic intermediary in the ongoing regional situation and comes as global attention focuses on the planned negotiations aimed at consolidating the provisional ceasefire and easing broader tensions.