Iran-US deal to be finalised in next 24 hours: PM Shehbaz

Published June 13, 2026 Updated June 13, 2026 04:22pm

The peace deal between Iran and the United States is expected to be finalised in the next 24 hours, PM Shehbaz Sharif says in a post on X.

“We are closer to a peace deal than ever before.”

The premier said that Pakistan is preparing for the electronic signing of the peace deal and technical-level talks would follow afterwards.

“We would like to thank United States of America and Islamic Republic of Iran for their ongoing commitment during the negotiations, and we extend our sincere appreciation to our brothers in the region for their support.”

“We are confident that this historic peace deal will form a strong foundation for lasting peace,” PM says.

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