Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held an important phone call with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, focusing on regional peace efforts and ongoing diplomatic developments. The conversation lasted around 45 minutes and covered a wide range of issues linked to stability in the region.
According to the official statement, the Prime Minister thanked Iran for sending a high level delegation to talks held in Islamabad on April 11 and 12. That delegation was led by senior Iranian officials including the Speaker of Parliament Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.
In addition, the Prime Minister shared details of his recent meetings with leaders from Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Turkiye. He said these engagements are helping strengthen dialogue and diplomatic efforts for peace in the region.
He also appreciated recent discussions between Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir and Iranian leadership in Tehran, calling them positive and constructive for bilateral relations.
Below is PMO press release on phone contact between Pakistan PM and Iran President. No mention of who would be participating in second round of talks from Iran.
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Iran Keeps Quiet on Next Negotiation Team
Moving forward, both leaders agreed to continue working together for regional peace and stability. The Iranian President also praised Pakistan’s efforts and said that relations between the two countries will continue to improve through cooperation.
However, a key point of uncertainty remains. Iran did not provide any details about its delegation or leadership for the upcoming round of talks. This silence has raised questions in diplomatic circles about who will represent Tehran in the next phase.
At the same time, analysts believe this phone call comes at a critical moment as preparations continue for the next round of US Iran talks. Pakistan is again expected to play a supporting diplomatic role in the process.
In conclusion, while the conversation between the two leaders highlighted strong bilateral relations and shared goals for peace, the lack of clarity on Iran’s negotiating team has left important questions unanswered. The situation remains under close watch as diplomatic developments continue to unfold.