‎Pakistan announces breakthrough in US-Iran peace deal

‎ISLAMABAD, June 14, 2026 — Pakistan announced on Sunday that the United States and Iran have reached a peace agreement aimed at ending months of conflict and reopening the strategically important Strait of Hormuz, marking a potentially significant diplomatic breakthrough in the Middle East.
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‎According to DW, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said the final text of the agreement had been completed and was expected to be signed electronically within 24 hours.
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‎ According to Pakistani officials, the accord was negotiated through months of mediation efforts involving Pakistan and other regional partners.
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‎The proposed agreement is expected to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping route for global energy supplies, and establish a framework for broader negotiations on regional security and Iran’s nuclear program.
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‎Officials said technical discussions would continue after the signing to address unresolved issues.
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‎The announcement comes despite ongoing tensions in the region. Recent Israeli strikes in Lebanon and Iranian warnings of retaliation have raised concerns that renewed violence could undermine diplomatic progress. U.S.
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‎ President Donald Trump urged restraint, saying the region was “very close” to peace and criticizing actions that could jeopardize negotiations.
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‎While Pakistani and U.S. officials described the deal as a major step toward ending the conflict, questions remain over several key issues, including sanctions relief, Iran’s nuclear activities, and the release of frozen Iranian assets.
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‎ Iranian officials have signaled support for continued negotiations but have also indicated that some details remain under review.
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‎The agreement has also sparked debate within Iran, where hardline political factions have criticized aspects of the proposed deal, arguing that it does not sufficiently protect national interests.
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‎ Supporters, however, contend that the arrangement could ease economic pressure and reduce the risk of further military escalation.
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‎If finalized, the accord would represent the most significant diplomatic achievement between Washington and Tehran in years and could help stabilize a region that has faced months of conflict, economic disruption, and security uncertainty.
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