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Monday, June 15, 2026

PM Shehbaz Sharif to Attend US-Iran Peace Agreement Ceremony in Geneva

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According to multiple reports, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is expected to attend the formal signing ceremony of the reported U.S.-Iran peace agreement in Geneva, Switzerland, accompanied by a high-level Pakistani delegation. Pakistan has announced that it will act as the host of the ceremony, which is scheduled for 19 June.

Pakistani media reports also indicate that Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir is expected to be associated with the diplomatic process, although details regarding his participation in the ceremony itself have varied among reports.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif described the agreement as a "historic milestone" and said Pakistan's mediation efforts helped facilitate dialogue between the United States and Iran. The ceremony will take place in Geneva, Switzerland, despite being hosted diplomatically by Pakistan.

Key Points

  • Venue: Geneva, Switzerland.
  • Date: 19 June 2026.
  • Host: Pakistan.
  • Pakistani delegation: Led by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.
  • Purpose: Formal signing of the reported U.S.-Iran peace agreement.
  • Follow-up: Further negotiations on issues such as Iran's nuclear program and sanctions relief are expected after the signing.

The developments have been presented by Pakistani officials as a significant diplomatic achievement, although the long-term implementation of the agreement and several substantive issues remain to be negotiated. 

Pakistan to host 'historic signing' of US-Iran peace agreement

Pakistan is set to host the landmark signing ceremony of a peace agreement between the United States and Iran in Geneva, Switzerland, a diplomatic triumph hailed by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif as a 'historic milestone' that promises to end a 107-day conflict and foster global economic stability.

Key Points

  • Pakistan will host the signing ceremony of a peace agreement between the US and Iran in Geneva, Switzerland, on June 19.
  • Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif hailed the deal as a 'historic milestone' marking an immediate and permanent end to military action after 107 days of conflict.
  • The agreement is expected to bring global economic stability, with Pakistan's government vowing to ensure its benefits reach every Pakistani citizen.
  • Pakistan played a key mediation role, facilitating contacts and diplomatic efforts between Washington, DC and Tehran, with Field Marshal Asim Munir credited for his active involvement.
  • The Prime Minister thanked Pakistan's political leadership for their support in achieving this diplomatic success.