17 April 2026
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will head to Saudi Arabia today on an official visit, accompanied by a high-level delegation
Another round of talks between the US and Iran in Islamabad. Reuters news agency reports that the United States and Iran may hold another round of negotiations in Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan, in an attempt to reach a permanent agreement to end the fighting.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Monday ​said the current ceasefire ‌between the U.S. and Iran is "very fragile" and urged ​the global community to "unequivocally ​oppose any actions that undermine ⁠the ceasefire or escalate ​the confrontation."
Pakistan: "A new round of talks will begin soon"
The Israeli Broadcasting Corporation, quoting a Pakistani source, reports that there are attempts to extend the ceasefire between the United States and Iran for more than two weeks.
Vice President Vance’s final offer delivered to the Iranian delegation in Islamabad, which represent ‘red lines,’ according to two U.S. officials: 1. End all uranium enrichment 2. Dismantle all major nuclear enrichment facilities 3. Retrieve highly enriched uranium 4. Accept a broader peace, security and de-escalation framework that includes regional allies 5. End funding for terrorist proxies Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Houthis 6. Fully open the Strait of Hormuz, charging no tolls for passage
Quetta: 2 members of the Hazara community were killed & 3 others injured in a shooting near Hazarganji market. After the incident, community members held protests near Hazara Town. This is the 1st such attack on Hazaras in a long time, at a time of fragile security in the region
Iranian Foreign Ministry: Negotiations with Washington took place in an atmosphere of distrust, and it is natural that an agreement could not be reached in just one session.
A Pakistani military contingent comprising around 13,000 soldiers and 10 to 18 jets has reached Saudi Arabia as part of a joint strategic defence agreement signed last year, the Gulf Kingdom announced on Saturday (April 11, 2026)
JD Vance on Iran: "They have chosen not to accept our terms”
A source close to Iran’s negotiating team says the US is making excessive demands, especially about the Strait of Hormuz, and is trying to gain in talks what it failed to achieve through weeks of war and pressure. nnIran says it will firmly protect its gains. Source: Fars
Via Al-Jazeera: "One source has told us that there is a push from Pakistan to try to get at least another day, another round, another extension of these talks so they can come to some sort of a conclusive agreement. So far, that has not happened."
Talks between the United States and Iran in Pakistan have reached a stalemate over control of the Strait of Hormuz, two sources briefed on the negotiations say, with Iran insisting it retain authority over the waterway and rejecting joint control proposals — FT
Saudi Arabia and Qatar have assured Pakistan of $5 billion in financial aid to help stabilize its foreign reserves. The support comes as Pakistan prepares to repay $3.5 billion to the United Arab Emirates by the end of April5 day ago
Saudi Arabia and Qatar have assured Pakistan of $5 billion in financial aid to help stabilize its foreign reserves. The support comes as Pakistan prepares to repay $3.5 billion to the United Arab Emirates by the end of April
As trilateral talks begin in Pakistan, President Trump posts on Truth Social re: Iran's regime: "most importantly, their longtime “Leaders” are no longer with us, praise be to Allah."
Iranian forces have informed the Iranian negotiating delegation that a U.S. destroyer is moving from Fujairah Port toward the Strait of Hormuz. Iran has informed the Pakistani mediator that if the American destroyer continues its movement, it will be targeted within 30 minutes.Source: Fars
The US and Iranian delegations were gathered for private meetings at a hotel in Islamabad. Iranian negotiator Mohammad Ghalibaf said he entered talks hopeful, with good intentions, but cautious, per Iranian state TV. @VP Vance told US reporters President Trump gave him "some pretty clear guidelines" and if the Iranians were willing to negotiate in good faith, the US would extend the open hand
Pakistan PM Sharif says leaders from both the US and Iran will start talks tomorrow. He added that this phase of talks is a 'make or break' to seek a permanent ceasefire
6 day ago
Pakistan navy rescued and evacuated crew members of a merchant ship after a distress call in the Arabian Sea
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