Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar today spoke on the phone with the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs of Portugal, Paulo Rangel.
The two sides discussed the evolving regional situation. DPM/FM emphasised the urgent need for de-escalation and underscored Pakistan’s efforts aimed at achieving lasting peace and stability in the region.
The Portuguese Minister of State for Foreign Affairs fully supported and appreciated the efforts being made by the Government of Pakistan to facilitate and promote dialogue and diplomacy for regional peace and stability.
Both leaders also appreciated the positive momentum in bilateral relations and agreed to further strengthen bilateral cooperation in all areas of mutual interest. They underscored the importance of sustained high-level exchanges and agreed to maintain close contact.
Pakistan shares framework for end to Iran-US hostilities: Reuters
Iran and the United States have received a proposal aimed at ending ongoing hostilities, with the plan potentially coming into effect on Monday and allowing the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, according to a source familiar with the negotiations.
According to Reuters, Pakistan’s Army Chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, remained in continuous contact overnight with U.S. Vice President JD Vance, special envoy Steve Witkoff, and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi to advance negotiations.
The framework, reportedly prepared by Pakistan, was shared overnight with both Tehran and Washington. It outlines a two-phase approach beginning with an immediate ceasefire, followed by negotiations toward a comprehensive and lasting agreement.
Pakistan’s proposed two-phase deal
📍Phase I
▫️ Immediate ceasefire
▫️Strait of Hormuz reopened
📍Phase II
▫️ Effective in 15-20 days
▫️ Comprehensive peace deal
▫️Total end of the Iran-US war
📌 Final deal may include:
▫️Iran gives up Nuclear Program
▫️All sanctions on Iran lifted
▫️Release of Iran’s frozen assets
▫️ Iran allowed to sell oil anywhere
▫️ Broad Framework for Hormuz
Earlier reports indicated that the United States, Iran, and regional mediators were considering a 45-day ceasefire as part of a broader two-stage arrangement that could pave the way for a permanent settlement.
Under the proposed plan, a ceasefire would take effect immediately, enabling the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, while negotiators would have 15 to 20 days to finalise a broader political settlement. The tentative agreement, informally referred to as the “Islamabad Accord,” would also establish a regional framework governing the strategic waterway, with final face-to-face talks expected to take place in Islamabad.
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