ISLAMABAD: World leaders welcomed the breakthrough peace agreement between the United States and Iran on Monday, praising Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts in helping secure a deal that could end months of conflict, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and ease tensions across the Middle East.
Leaders from the United Nations, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Oceania described the agreement as a major diplomatic achievement. Several singled out Pakistan for its mediation role, alongside Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and other regional partners that helped bring Washington and Tehran to the negotiating table.
U.S. and Iranian officials announced on Sunday that both sides had agreed on a framework to end hostilities, lift the U.S. blockade on Iran, and restore maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. Formal signing of the memorandum of understanding is expected in Switzerland on Friday.
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres welcomed the agreement and called it an important step toward lasting peace. He praised Pakistan and other mediators for their constructive role in securing the breakthrough.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan described the deal as a significant development for regional stability and commended Pakistan’s mediation efforts. He also praised the leadership of both the United States and Iran, as well as the diplomatic support provided by Qatar and Saudi Arabia.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese welcomed the agreement and praised Pakistan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and other mediating countries for helping reduce tensions and advance diplomacy.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer called the agreement an important step toward ending the war, restoring regional stability, and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. He congratulated President Donald Trump and the mediating countries, including Pakistan and Qatar, on the diplomatic success.
