A year ago, when Israel launched its campaign against Iran and the US later joined in, Pakistan's Army Chief was invited to the White House in the middle of the war.
At the time, many were skeptical. Some in Pakistan even feared Islamabad might be used as a launching pad against Iran.
Those fears proved completely misplaced.
The outcome was the exact opposite. Today, there is a genuine belief in Tehran that Pakistan's support helped Iran navigate one of the most difficult periods in its recent history. Instead of being used against Iran, Pakistan leveraged its access to the Trump administration to advocate diplomacy and help ease tensions.
That is precisely why President Masoud Pezeshkian has chosen Islamabad as his first foreign destination since the war.
And there is symbolism here too. Few countries today can so openly display warmth towards Iran. Islamabad's streets are adorned with Iranian flags and portraits of the Iranian leadership. Had any other country done the same, it might have faced criticism from Washington and its Western allies.
Pakistan, however, has managed to maintain strong ties with both sides.
As JD Vance put it, "We love Pakistan," while the Iranian President arrives in Islamabad to personally thank Pakistan.
That says a lot about the balancing act Pakistan has pulled off.
Mark my words.
After yesterday, Pakistan won’t be viewed the same way again.
Today at Zurich Airport, a Swiss officer saw my Pakistani passport and immediately started appreciating Pakistan’s role in helping prevent a wider global conflict. She didn’t know who I was she was simply appreciating to the country written on my passport.
I’ve been traveling across Europe for the last 10 years, and this is the first time I’ve experienced something like this from an immigration officer.
Maybe some people won’t understand what I’m trying to say, but I felt it. And remember my words: something very positive is ahead for Pakistan. 🇵🇰 Mian Shehbaz Sharif
#switzerland #جب_ٹھان_لیا_تو_بس_ٹھان_لیا
You can criticize this man for many things, but anyone with common sense can see that he is old, carries immense pressure on his shoulders, and is also battling cancer. Despite all of that, it is clear that he is doing everything he can to bring peace to the world.
May God reward you for these efforts, Mr. Prime Minister.
US Vice President lavishes praise on Pakistan’s PM & Field Marshal, striking a personal tone.
He jokes that two “important people” in his life are his Indian wife & a Pakistani, the Field Marshal, adding that he has spoken to him more than anyone else over the past 3 months.
Govt taking ages to announce Auto Policy, The future is Hybrid/PHEV/EV. You just can't be hostage to these old sharks given decades to invest, protect consumers and local manafacturing. They looted the consumers, were unable to manafacture vehicles? Still they want protection?
You don't have to be a PML-N supporter to be happy about Pakistan’s role in ending the war between the US and Iran, or about the rising stature of Pakistan. You just need to be a Pakistani.
We caught up with Chargé d’Affaires Natalie A. Baker over a cup of hot chai to ask about her favorite American traditions and to find out what she enjoys about Pakistani culture. From cricket matches to vibrant weddings, join us as she shares some of her favorite moments beyond the diplomatic meetings. #NBExploresPakistan #USAinPakistan
گرم چائے کی پیالی پر ہم نے ناظم الامور نیٹلی اے بیکر کے ساتھ کچھ گپ شپ کی تاکہ جان سکیں کہ ان کی پسندیدہ امریکی روایات کون سی ہیں اور انہیں پاکستانی ثقافت میں کیا اچھا لگتا ہے۔ کرکٹ میچز کا جوش و خروش ہو یا ہماری رنگا رنگ شادیاں، سفارتی مصروفیات سے ہٹ کر ان کے چند یادگار اور پسندیدہ لمحات کے بارے میں جاننے کے لیے اس ویڈیو میں ہمارے ساتھ شامل ہوں!
The US, Israel and Iran have all bumbled through this war and missed opportunities, but Pakistan deserves great credit for consistently working very hard as an intermediary for peace between capricious and obdurate enemies. Bravo, @CMShehbaz and COAS Munir.
Amid ongoing intense mediation efforts by Pakistan, we are fully aware of incessant misinformation campaign being waged by those who want to sabotage the peace deal. Setting aside the noise, we can confirm that a final, agreed upon text of the peace deal has been reached and Pakistan is now working closely with both sides to finalize the next steps. Peace has never been this close as it is now.
@realDonaldTrump@JDVance@SecRubio@SteveWitkoff@SEPeaceMissions@drpezeshkian@araghchi
Finally, retail sector being brought into the tax net ✅✅
1% of sales as income tax is a good scheme, Govt of Pakistan should make sure actual real sales are reported by shopkeepers.
To all young people remember…
Prophet Muhammad ﷺ was orphaned at 6, faced brutal rejection, boycotts & assassination attempts, yet he never lost hope, never compromised his values, never stopped showing kindness.
He built a revolution not with clout, but with character.
He led not by fear, but by mercy.
He changed the world not by chasing trends, but by standing firm on truth.
In a generation addicted to validation, he reminds us: Real success is inner peace, integrity & service to humanity.
Your generation has the power to revive his legacy be honest, be kind, be courageous. The world needs your version of his light.
Ya Rasool Allah ﷺ, you are our ultimate role model. Guide our hearts. 💚
#ProphetMuhammad #SunnahGeneration #PurposeOverPopularity
Pakistan is a major regional power and an important partner for the EU.
Today in Islamabad, I met with Prime Minister @CMShehbaz and Deputy PM and Foreign Minister @MIshaqDar50 for talks on further strengthening EU–Pakistan ties. I also met Chief of Defence Forces Syed Asim Munir in the Army HQ in Rawalpindi.
I commended Pakistan for its key role in facilitating US-Iran talks.
The EU is Pakistan's largest export destination and Pakistan is the world's leading beneficiary of EU trade preferences, the GSP+.
Govt absolute clueless regarding Auto/Solar policy, The Govt confusion is Shambolic
Diplomatic and Military success wouldn't matter if you can't run Smooth Govt
You can't reform, you can't build institutions, Minister's complaining on SM, Hostage To Mafias
All praise is due to Allah, Lord of the worlds.
O my Allah! By Your grace and Your call alone, the three of us. @wasimakramlive@captainmisbahpk and I, Fakhr-e-Alam along with our brothers @arsalanhshah and Usman Chaudary were blessed to complete the sacred journey of Hajj. Those moments still echo in our hearts: the Tawaf, the Sa’i, the standing at Arafat… everything feels as if it happened yesterday.
We walked the same paths and witnessed with our own eyes how Hajj gathers millions of Muslims in one place. Colour, race, language, nationality, everything disappears. Dressed in simple white Ihram, we all stand equal, all poor, all bowed before Allah. This is the true message of Hajj: the unity of the Ummah, sharing each other’s joys and sorrows, and raising one voice “Labbayk Allahumma Labbayk” in the court of the Almighty. Our journey was not only to fulfil a religious obligation, but to send a powerful message to all Muslims when we gather in the House of Allah, no power on earth can divide us.
Many people asked why we did not shave our heads. We deliberately chose to trim our hair (Taqsir). Islam gives us this option. Many respected scholars have confirmed that while shaving (Halq) is a Sunnah, trimming the hair is also completely valid and fulfils the requirement of Hajj. We chose this so that it becomes clear: Allah’s religion is a religion of ease, not hardship. Allah looks at the intention of our hearts, not merely at outward appearance.
To all the young brothers and sisters: I appeal to you from the depths of my heart do not think of Hajj as something only for the elderly. When Allah calls you, respond immediately. Save, prepare, and go to the House of your Lord. That journey will change your life. There you will discover what true success is, what real peace feels like, and how vast Allah’s mercy truly is.
O Allah! We thank You from the bottom of our hearts for granting us the honour of Your call to Hajj. You have improved our lives, purified our hearts, and blessed us with Your mercy. We seek only Your pleasure, only Your approval, and on the Day of Judgement, only Your judgement. Forgive our shortcomings, accept our intentions,