Key Takeaways
- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed Pakistan’s role as mediator between Iran and the United States.
- Pakistan remains focused on facilitating dialogue to de-escalate the Middle East conflict.
- The prime minister expressed hope for further progress in diplomatic efforts.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to mediate between Iran and the United States during a press conference at the United Nations headquarters on Wednesday, September 23, 2026.
In his statement, Sharif emphasized Pakistan’s ongoing role as a 'sincere and honest mediator' in efforts to de-escalate tensions between the two countries.
He recalled the signing of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) alongside Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and US President Donald Trump, which was intended to serve as a framework for regional de-escalation.
Despite the unpredictable turn of events following the signing of the MoU, Sharif stated that Pakistan remains fully committed to advancing diplomatic efforts.
The prime minister expressed that Pakistan has not lost hope and is determined to make further progress in de-escalating the situation.
Sharif highlighted Pakistan’s continued advocacy for dialogue and diplomacy as the means of resolving the Iran-US standoff.
He reiterated that Pakistan remains focused on facilitating a peaceful resolution and is committed to playing a constructive role in the ongoing mediation process.
The prime minister’s statement comes at a time when the United States remains open to making a deal with Iran, according to reports.
Pakistan is playing the role of a sincere and honest mediator between Iran, our neighbourly country, and the United States.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Prime Minister of Pakistan
Unfortunately, events after that got a bit unpredictable, but Pakistan is completely focused. We have not lost hope; we [are] absolutely determined that we will further make efforts and make progress to de-escalate the situation.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Prime Minister of Pakistan
