Historic US-Iran Peace Agreement to be Signed in Geneva on June 19, Says Pakistani PM Shahbaz Sharif

Islamabad, June 15: Pakistani Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif announced in Parliament on Monday that a historic peace agreement between the United States and Iran will be signed in Geneva on June 19, with Pakistan serving as the host.

During his address to the National Assembly, Sharif stated, “This agreement is a significant step towards ending the three-month-long conflict.” He claimed that the deal includes commitments from both the US and Iran to cease hostilities, lift sanctions on Iran, and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

According to the major daily Dawn, Sharif mentioned that the conflict began in late February, following attacks on Iran by the US and Israel. He highlighted Pakistan’s active role in promoting peace throughout the conflict, including facilitating initial talks between the two parties in Islamabad in April.

The Prime Minister asserted that a ceasefire, made possible through Pakistan’s mediation, is still in effect, although the situation remains sensitive. He proudly referred to this development as a “historic achievement.”

In his address, Sharif emphasized that this agreement transcends a mere bilateral accord; it represents a victory for peace and dialogue. He noted that the negotiations faced numerous challenges, but the efforts of Pakistan and other mediating nations kept the process alive.

Additionally, Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khawaja Asif and other leaders praised the Prime Minister’s efforts and the role of military leadership. However, opposition leader Syed Latif Khosa urged caution until the process is fully finalized.

On Sunday, US President Donald Trump announced the agreement on Truth Social, mentioning the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the lifting of US sanctions. Iran also released a statement regarding the proposed memorandum of understanding.

Meanwhile, Israel has refused to recognize the peace agreement. Defense Minister Israel Katz stated that their military will not withdraw from southern Lebanon, maintaining an indefinite presence in security zones established in Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza.