
Pakistan takes center stage as it announces a ceasefire between the United States and Iran after the ongoing war intensified. Posting on X, the Prime Minister of Pakistan, Shehbaz Sharif, stated that both countries will observe an immediate ceasefire while negotiations take place. He posted:
With the greatest humility, I am pleased to announce that the Islamic Republic of Iran and the United States of America, along with their allies, have agreed to an immediate ceasefire everywhere including Lebanon and elsewhere, EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY.
I warmly welcome the…— Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) April 7, 2026
He also announced that Pakistan would host the #IslamabadTalks to negotiate a conclusive end to the current war situation. The negotiations will take place on April 10, 2026, in the capital with the hope that peace and stability will be restored in the region.

With the announcement in place, the Foreign Minister of Iran, Seyed Abbas Araghchi, issued a statement saying that Iran will observe the two-week ceasefire requested by Pakistan and that the Strait of Hormuz will be opened effectively. He added that a 10-point proposal for negotiations has also been shared with the United States via Pakistan. He appreciated the efforts of Pakistan’s Prime Minister Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir to restore diplomacy and peace in the Middle East. He posted on X:
Statement on behalf of the Supreme National Security Council of the Islamic Republic of Iran: pic.twitter.com/cEtBNCLnWT
— Seyed Abbas Araghchi (@araghchi) April 7, 2026
The United States also announced a complete ceasefire and stated that the 10-point proposal is ‘workable,’ and the efforts by Pakistan are greatly appreciated. He added that he is happy that a long-term closure to the conflict will happen soon; they posted:
🚨 President Donald J. Trump makes a statement on Iran: pic.twitter.com/9mqTayL0Q3
— The White House (@WhiteHouse) April 7, 2026
Pakistan’s diplomatic effort was widely acknowledged as the world cheered a ceasefire and hopes of a successful negotiation. Pakistan positioned itself as the primary peace-maker in the region and ensured that negotiations were held. Prime Minister of Australia, Anthony Albanese, supported the ceasefire and posted:
— Anthony Albanese (@AlboMP) April 8, 2026
Australian High Commissioner to Pakistan, Timothy Kane, added:
Congratulations Pakistan on your effective diplomacy and efforts to bring peace! Australia wants to see the #ceasefire upheld and a resolution to the conflict.
🇦🇺🤝🇵🇰🕊️ https://t.co/YCqzDwoo1I— Timothy Kane (@AusHCPak) April 8, 2026
Canadian High Commissioner to Pakistan, Tahir Ali Khan, expressed gratitude towards Pakistan for working towards regional stability and posted:
Grateful to @CMShehbaz for creating this important moment for a ceasefire and dialogue. Le #Pakistan joue un rôle essentiel pour instaurer la paix dans une région qui a trop souffert des conflits. @ForeignOfficePk @CanadaFP @CanadaPE https://t.co/z5RH3lOOZ1
— Tarik Ali Khan طارق علي خان (@tarikdev) April 8, 2026
The United Kingdom’s High Commissioner to Pakistan, Jane Marriot, thanked Pakistan for its ‘quiet and effective’ role in the ceasefire. She posted:
Thank you Pakistan for the quiet, effective, diplomatic role you have played in bringing about this vital ceasefire. @CMShehbaz @ForeignOfficePk https://t.co/frHAYxtYTS
— Jane Marriott (@JaneMarriottUK) April 8, 2026
Former Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari took pride in Pakistan’s mediation in the matter and posted:
Pakistan is proud to have led with wisdom, resolve, and a steadfast commitment to peace, and remains deeply appreciative of the leadership of Iran and the United States for stepping back from the brink and choosing dialogue over devastation. I commend the tireless efforts of the…
— Bilawal Bhutto Zardari (@BBhuttoZardari) April 8, 2026

Activist Jibran Nasir posted on X and stated that Pakistan is the only bridge between Iran and the US:
All efforts to prevent war & the loss of human life should be celebrated. While many in the media, especially India, have mocked Pakistan’s efforts, it’s currently the only bridge between US & Iran. Iran will keep its word. One must remain wary of US, Israel & any deception game. https://t.co/sRwsuUHb4X
— M. Jibran Nasir 🇵🇸 (@MJibranNasir) April 8, 2026
Calling it a relief, actor and singer Farhan Saeed posted:
‘All Praise be to Allah’
A big relief, to the region , to the world , that sanity prevailed.
Praying and hoping for a permanent #CeasefireThe Biggest Diplomatic win for #Pakistan since the start.
Pakistan emerges as the key player at world stage , alhamdulillah. pic.twitter.com/sYehzD09VT
— Farhan Saeed (@farhan_saeed) April 8, 2026
Social media influencer, Mysta Paki(Bilal Hassan), stated that it is a big win for Pakistan and posted:
Lauding the joint effort of the government and the army, actress Aiman Khan posted:

Journalist Moeed Pirzada posted:
Whole World is relieved..!
Pakistan Army has proved itself as a responsible, smart & competent institution on global stage! They have outperformed Indian Establishment despite their many limitations! They Demonstrated an ability to engage with multiple players in the region, won… https://t.co/lo1yo3CSv6— Moeed Pirzada (@MoeedNj) April 8, 2026
Journalist Gharida Farooqi added:
TUESDAY 8pm ET (USA). Wednesday 5am PST.
Pakistan turned the destruction into diplomatic feat. What a victory for Pakistan‼️🇵🇰 What a victory for the world! Congratulations. So so so proud of my country to emerge as the peace broker in the Economic World War III
This is for… https://t.co/k52l44Fvzi
— Gharidah Farooqi (T.I.) (@GFarooqi) April 8, 2026
Pakistan’s ban on Israel’s bombing of Lebanon was highly appreciated as well, journalist Faisal Warraich posted:
Beautiful… “along with their allies” …
Pakistan stopped Israel without even naming it. That’s soft power. https://t.co/0odXF77Hw2— Faisal Warraich (@FSWarraich) April 8, 2026
A netizen added that Pakistan became a peacemaker while India focused on producing propaganda films only and posted:
Well done @CMShehbaz! Thank you for the effective diplomatic role you have played in bringing about this vital ceasefire & restoring world peace.
Sad that my people in India, under the regime of Narendra Modi, are happy with grandstanding in propaganda films like Dhurandhar. https://t.co/8rFpo5iNFY
— Pratyusha (@SanathanJSuriya) April 8, 2026






