'Peace is never won easily': Pakistan's image transformed through Iran-US mediation, says PM Shehbaz
Key takeaways
- The premier said Pakistan remained hopeful of another round of face-to-face talks in Islamabad, which he said could help achieve long-lasting peace between Tehran and Washington.
- "You have to have patience, sagacity and ability to move things despite the most difficult challenges."
- He said Pakistan was continuing efforts to ensure the peace process achieved "long-lasting peace" through another session in Islamabad.
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Home latest pakistan world sports showbiz entertainment Royal business health Sci-Tech Food Fact Check big picture Videos shows Watch LIVE TV X Home Latest Pakistan World Sports Showbiz Fact Check big picture Videos Shows LIVE TV Pakistan 'Peace is never won easily': Pakistan's image transformed through Iran-US mediation, says PM Shehbaz Premier says Islamabad remains hopeful of another round of direct negotiations By Web Desk | Published May 17, 2026
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said Pakistan's international image has "completely changed" through its role in mediating between Iran and the United States after the conflict erupted following a coordinated US-Israeli attack on Iran in February.
"It's one of the shining moments in our history," the PM told The Sunday Times in his first interview since the conflict began, describing Pakistan as an "honest mediator" trusted by global leadership and crediting Islamabad with helping secure an extended ceasefire that remains in place.