17 April 2026
Netanyahu's office: The Pakistani defense minister's call to eliminate Israel is shocking, and such rhetoric is unacceptable from any government, especially one that claims to be a neutral mediator in achieving peace.
Trump was initially told that Thursday’s ceasefire would cover the Middle East, including Lebanon—a view shared by mediators, Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and Iran’s Araghchi. However, after a call between Netanyahu and Trump, the U.S. position shifted. Source: CBS
Iran's Ghalibaf: Time is running out
Pakistan Air Force established a "protective shield" across Iran and Persian Gulf supported by fighter jets & AWACS to protect Iranian delegation.
Pakistani Defense Minister Khawaja Asif: Israel is evil and a curse for humanity, while peace talks are underway in Islamabad, genocide is being committed in Lebanon. Innocent citizens are being killed by Israel, first Gaza, then Iran and now Lebanon, bloodletting continues unabated. nnI hope and pray people who created this cancerous state on Palestinian land to get rid of European jews burn in hell
A Pakistan Air Force Il-78MP tanker and transport aircraft flew to Saudi Arabia today. It did not land, instead remaining active in air over the eastern region near Bahrain and the Persian Gulf, likely supporting fighter jets
A Pakistani source said Pakistan is working on potential ceasefires for Lebanon and Yemen: It will ⁠be discussed during the (upcoming) talks and we will settle it. Source: Reuters
An Iranian delegation will arrive in Pakistani capital Islamabad on Thursday night for talks to resolve conflict with the U.S. and Israel, Iran's ambassador to Pakistan said
New statement from the Speaker of Iran’s Parliament: Statement on the Violation of Three Key Clauses of the 10-Point Proposal (Agreed Framework) Before the Start of Negotiations. The deep historical distrust we hold toward the United States stems from its repeated violations of all forms of commitments — a pattern that has regrettably been repeated once again. As the President of the United States has clearly stated, the Islamic Republic of Iran's 10-Point Proposal is a "workable basis on which to negotiate and the main framework for these talks. However, three clauses of this proposal have already been violated: 1. Non-compliance with the first clause. Regarding the ceasefire in Lebanon- a commitment that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif explicitly referred to and declared as "an immediate ceasefire everywhere, including Lebanon and other regions, effective immediately.". 2. Violation of Iran's airspace.The entry of an intruding drone into Iranian airspace, which was destroyed in the city of Lar in Fars Province, constitutes a clear violation of the clause prohibiting any further breach of Iran's airspace. 3. Denial of Iran's right to enrichment
Iranian Presidency: Pezeshkian stressed to Sharif the need for regional and international powers to pressure the aggressors to prevent a recurrence of their aggression.
Prime Minister of Pakistan: Violations of ceasefire have been reported at few places across the conflict zone which undermine the spirit of peace process. I earnestly and sincerely urge all parties to exercise restraint and respect the ceasefire for two weeks, as agreed upon, so that diplomacy can take a lead role towards peaceful settlement of the conflict
Further details regarding the ceasefire will be announced soon from Pakistan.
A first round of negotiations between the United States and Iran on an agreement to end the war is planned to take place in Islamabad on Friday, according to two sources familiar with the matter
Trump says he will suspend strikes on Iran for two weeks following talks with Pakistan’s leadership, contingent on Iran agreeing to immediately reopen the Strait of Hormuz, adding a ceasefire deal is close
Iran’s ambassador to Pakistan says the next phase should replace harsh rhetoric with respect
Iran has stopped cease-fire negotiations with the U.S., telling Pakistan it will no longer participate in talks. Source: NYT
The Pakistani army warns that Iran's continued hostile attacks on Saudi Arabia will close the door to mediation.
Iran's overnight strikes towards Saudi Arabia's Jubail petrochemical complex threatened to "derail the talks", a senior Pakistani official tells Reuters nnA Saudi retaliation to the attack could draw Pakistan into the conflict under its defence pact with KSA, the source adds
Pakistani Foreign Ministry: Iran's attacks are a serious violation of Saudi Arabia's sovereignty and territorial integrity, and an escalation that undermines regional stability.
Pakistan's army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, has been in contact "all night long" with U.S. Vice President JD Vance, special envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi. - Reuters
Iran has refused to compromise on its demands and has rejected a proposed Hormuz opening for ceasefire deal -WSJ. The foreign ministers of Turkey, Egypt, and Pakistan held phone calls with Iran's foreign minister and Witkoff on Sunday, but no breakthrough was reached
Following phone calls with Turkish and Pakistani FMs, Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi had a phone conversation with Egypt's Foreign Minister Abdelatty to discuss the regional situation amid the ongoing war
China and Pakistan announce their joint initiative for cessation of hostilities between the U.S. and Iran
The Prime Minister of Pakistan: During my meeting with the Foreign Ministers of Türkiye and Egypt, I emphasized the need for collective efforts to end the hostilities.
Reports indicate that multiple coordinated attacks occurred across several areas of Balochistan, including Quetta, Mastung, Nushki, and Kharan districts. Security Officials say the attacks have been repulsed. According to available information, armed individuals on motorcycles targeted a police checkpoint at Ghoni Talab, which connects the Nohsar and Kanak areas. During the incident, the attackers reportedly set fire to the checkpoint and a parked vehicle, and seized weapons from the personnel stationed there.
Pakistan's Foreign Minister: War is in no one's interest, and we call for a US-Iranian meeting in Islamabad.
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The foreign ministers of Egypt and Pakistan stressed the need to de-escalate tensions in the Middle East and resolve conflicts through dialogue.
Iran has agreed to allow 20 more ships under the Pakistani flag to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, Pakistan Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar says in an X post
Pakistani Foreign Minister: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will meet on Monday with the foreign ministers of Türkiye, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt as part of efforts to de-escalate tensions in the region.
A senior Iranian official told Reuters: Iran has reviewed the American proposal that was presented through Pakistan.