Pakistan announces hosting of historic US-Iran peace deal signing in Geneva
Published On 16 Jun, 2026
The development follows what Pakistani officials have termed successful diplomatic efforts that they say helped ease tensions between Washington and Tehran, reducing fears of a wider regional conflict.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is expected to attend the ceremony with a high-level delegation. Addressing the National Assembly, he said that a “new dawn of peace” had emerged after what he described as a period of uncertainty and heightened tensions
“We are now witnessing the signing of a peace agreement in Geneva after extensive and intensive negotiations,” the prime minister said earlier in the week, adding that Pakistan would be remembered for its role in facilitating dialogue between the two sides.
According to official remarks, the agreement includes provisions for the immediate and permanent cessation of military operations across multiple fronts, including Lebanon. Pakistani officials further claimed that both Washington and Tehran have confirmed the deal.
