Pakistan and Qatar Playing ‘Active Diplomatic Roles’ in US-Iran Talks, FO Confirms

Updated: 9:29 PM PKT — June 24, 2026

Speaking to reporters in Islamabad on Wednesday, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said discussions are likely to restart on Tuesday, though the location for the upcoming round was not disclosed. According to the spokesperson, the following steps have been agreed upon:

• A direct communication channel will be established between the US and Iran to prevent misunderstandings, particularly regarding the Strait of Hormuz.
• A high-level political oversight body will be created to supervise the mediation process.
• A framework has been approved to secure a final agreement within the next 60 days.
• A separate deconfliction mechanism will be established, involving the Lebanese government and mediators.

Updated: 8:17 PM PKT — June 24, 2026

China has expressed satisfaction with the agreement reached between the United States and Iran, according to available reports.

Updated: 7:07 PM PKT — June 24, 2026

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Qatar’s Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, held a phone conversation on Wednesday to discuss the ongoing diplomatic efforts between the United States and Iran. According to a statement from the Prime Minister, both leaders expressed satisfaction with the “positive progress” from the first round of technical talks in Switzerland and agreed on the need to sustain the momentum.

The Prime Minister thanked the Qatari Emir for his country’s support, which he said contributed to the signing of the “Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding” by the US and Iran on June 18. Available reports also indicate that the Iranian President has praised Pakistan’s mediation efforts.

During the call, PM Shehbaz also conveyed condolences for a Pakistani national who died in a recent fire at a liquefied natural gas complex in Ras Laffan, Qatar. The Prime Minister affirmed the close ties between the two nations and said he looked forward to welcoming the Qatari Emir to Pakistan later this year.

Updated: 6:32 PM PKT — June 24, 2026

A senior Pakistani security official has dismissed claims of an alleged assassination plot targeting Army Chief Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir during recent diplomatic talks in Switzerland. The official described the allegations, which surfaced in a journalist’s interview, as “complete nonsense” and “absolutely rubbish.” According to the official, the Pakistani delegation, which included Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, faced no security threats or extraordinary concerns during their visit.

Separately, China has urged the United States and Iran to fully implement the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding.

Further details have also emerged from the recent telephone call between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Qatar’s Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani. Both leaders expressed satisfaction with the first round of technical-level talks held in Bürgenstock, Switzerland, and agreed on the need to protect the negotiation process from any attempts to derail it. During the call, the Qatari Emir also expressed condolences for a Pakistani citizen who died in a fire at the Barzan gas facility in Ras Laffan Industrial City. The Emir conveyed his desire to visit Pakistan later this year.

Updated: 5:57 PM PKT — June 24, 2026

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Qatar’s Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, discussed the ongoing U.S.-Iran peace process during a telephone call on Wednesday. The two leaders agreed to maintain close coordination to support the negotiations.

According to the Prime Minister’s Office, the Qatari Emir congratulated Pakistan for its diplomatic efforts, which led to the signing of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding between the United States and Iran. He praised Pakistan’s role and expressed Qatar’s full support for the initiative.

Prime Minister Shehbaz thanked Qatar for its backing and credited the breakthrough to the efforts of Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir and the support of friendly countries. Both leaders expressed satisfaction with the first round of technical talks held in Switzerland and stressed the need to sustain the positive momentum.

During the conversation, the Emir also expressed his willingness to visit Pakistan later this year to discuss bilateral cooperation and regional developments.

Further details on the negotiations in Switzerland indicate the high-level talks lasted for 100 minutes. Available reports suggest the discussions, facilitated by Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts, resulted in a ceasefire agreement. The possibility of a “three-country guarantee deal” involving Iran and Pakistan has also been reported as part of the outcomes.