Pezeshkian confirms participation in Islamabad talks during phone call with PM Shehbaz

ISLAMABAD, Apr 8 (APP): Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Wednesday confirmed that Iran will participate in negotiations scheduled to take place in Islamabad later this week, during a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.

The prime minister, during warm and cordial conversation with the Iranian president, that lasted for over 45 minutes, conveyed his deep appreciation for the wisdom and sagacity of the Iranian leadership in agreeing to the ceasefire and for accepting his offer to host negotiations between Iran and the U.S. in Islamabad later this week, according to a statement issued by the PM Office.

He also conveyed his respects to His Eminence Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei.

President Pezeshkian thanked the prime minister and appreciated the efforts of the Pakistani leadership to bring about a temporary ceasefire between Iran and the U.S. and conveyed his best wishes for the people of Pakistan.

Both leaders agreed to remain in close contact.

Later, in his post on X, PM Shehbaz Sharif said “President Pezeshkian reaffirmed Iran’s participation in the upcoming negotiations and expressed appreciation for Pakistan’s efforts, while conveying his best wishes for the people of Pakistan”.

He said Pakistan remained committed to working closely with all its friends and partners to advance peace and stability in the region and beyond.