Today, Prime Minister Carney spoke with the Prime Minister of Pakistan, Shehbaz Sharif. The leaders discussed the evolving situation in the Middle East and emphasised the importance of de-escalation and a sustained ceasefire. More from their call: https://t.co/o1Af3BzJeW
Over the last few days, I have spoken several times with my Pakistani counterpart, @MIshaqDar50, to discuss the evolving situation in the Middle East. He shared that new negotiations will take place later this week. I thanked him for Pakistan’s continued efforts, including its role in helping secure the current two-week ceasefire, and reiterated that Canada stands ready to support these talks. We agreed on the need for the ceasefire to hold and extend to Lebanon, and to remain in close contact as discussions move forward.
Pakistan is owed a huge debt of gratitude for its mediation efforts. The world was collectively holding its breath as President Trump's deadline loomed, with threats to wipe out an entire civilisation.
Another sign that the centre of mediation has moved from Europe, eastwards.
The two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran today is welcomed by the UK and our allies.
The goal now must be a lasting end to the war.
Alongside our international partners, the UK will work to ensure a return to freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
The two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran today is welcomed by the UK and our allies.
The goal now must be a lasting end to the war.
Alongside our international partners, the UK will work to ensure a return to freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
I welcome the two-week ceasefire agreed by the United States and Iran last night.
We thank Pakistan for its mediation.
The aim now is to negotiate a lasting end to the war. We are in close coordination with our partners on this matter.
With the greatest humility, I am pleased to announce that the Islamic Republic of Iran and the United States of America, along with their allies, have agreed to an immediate ceasefire everywhere including Lebanon and elsewhere, EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY.
I warmly welcome the sagacious gesture and extend deepest gratitude to the leadership of both the countries and invite their delegations to Islamabad on Friday, 10th April 2026, to further negotiate for a conclusive agreement to settle all disputes.
Both parties have displayed remarkable wisdom and understanding and have remained constructively engaged in furthering the cause of peace and stability. We earnestly hope, that the ‘Islamabad Talks’ succeed in achieving sustainable peace and wish to share more good news in coming days!
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PM Mark Carney: "I'd like to thank the PM of Pakistan, the President of the US, the leaders of Iran for establishing this two-week ceasefire. Canada joins our allies in supporting these efforts and that will include efforts to support the reopening of the Straits of Hormuz."