Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that, following a two-week ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran, a ceasefire would be implemented across the Middle East, including Lebanon.

Sharif, who mediated the two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran, stated on the morning of the 8th (local time) on X that “the Islamic Republic of Iran and the United States, together with their allies, have agreed to an immediate ceasefire in all areas, including Lebanon, across (the Middle East),” adding that “the measure takes effect immediately.”

The Middle East war began on February 28 when the United States and Israel launched a surprise attack on Iran. In Lebanon, the pro-Iran armed faction Hezbollah declared its participation in the war on the 2nd of last month and attacked Israel on the side of Iran, and since then the two sides have been engaged in fierce fighting.

Sharif added, “We sincerely welcome this wise step and express deep gratitude to the leaders of both countries (the United States and Iran).”

He continued, “To reach a final agreement that resolves all disputes, we invite delegations from both countries on Friday the 10th,” and stated, “Further negotiations will be held in Islamabad (the capital of Pakistan).”

Earlier, Iran also announced that, to finalize the details of the peace plan, it would hold talks with the United States in Islamabad starting on the 10th, and that the talks could be extended by mutual agreement.

Sharif also emphasized, “Both sides have shown remarkable wisdom and understanding and have continued constructive dialogue for peace and stability,” adding, “We earnestly hope to succeed in creating sustainable peace through the ‘Islamabad Talks’.”

Recently, Pakistan has actively played a diplomatic role, stepping in as a mediator between the two countries and conveying negotiation proposals.