Trump Credits Pakistan for US-Iran Ceasefire, Calls it a ‘Favour’
US President Trump has stated that the ceasefire with Iran was agreed to as a ‘favour’ to Pakistan, adding that he was not personally in favour of it. Speaking to journalists on his return from Beijing, President Trump once again praised Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir, calling them brilliant personalities. The US President also said he has no objection to Iran freezing its nuclear program for 20 years, provided the commitment is genuine.
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Updated: 9:39 AM PKT — May 16, 2026
While President Trump stated negotiations are being conducted via Pakistani intermediaries, reports suggest the US is simultaneously preparing for potential major military action against Iran. The alleged plans include airstrikes on key infrastructure and targeting underground nuclear facilities, as Iranian officials confirmed offers were made but expressed a deep lack of trust in the US.
Updated: 3:22 AM PKT — May 16, 2026
In a more specific offer, the US president has now proposed lifting sanctions in exchange for a 20-year halt to Iran’s nuclear program. Additionally, Iran’s Foreign Minister has now personally commented on the mediation, stating that while Pakistan’s diplomatic mission is in a difficult phase, it is not a failure.
Updated: 3:00 AM PKT — May 16, 2026
The US president has now offered an agreement conditional on a one-year suspension of Iran’s nuclear program and plans to lift sanctions on Chinese companies buying Iranian oil. He also stated the ceasefire was brokered at the request of other countries, though Iran’s foreign minister cited “contradictory messages” from Washington as complicating diplomatic efforts.
Updated: 2:38 AM PKT — May 16, 2026
China has called for an immediate and sustainable ceasefire, with a foreign ministry spokesperson stating that the Strait of Hormuz issue can only be resolved through a permanent truce. Meanwhile, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that while talks are in a difficult phase, they have not failed. He cited a deep lack of trust in the United States as the main obstacle to progress.
