ISLAMABAD: The federal government has decided to observe a national Day of Thanksgiving next Friday to celebrate the successful two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran, facilitated in part by Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts.
In a cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, ministers praised Pakistan’s role in mediating the agreement.
Prime Minister Sharif briefed the cabinet on the country’s contributions and highlighted the key roles played by Field Marshal Asim Munir and Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar in facilitating the ceasefire.
The Prime Minister noted that Field Marshal Asim Munir maintained constant contact with US and Iranian leadership, working tirelessly through nights, while Ishaq Dar also provided critical support.
He expressed gratitude to all political and military leadership, emphasizing the unity and coordination that made Pakistan’s role possible.
Sharif said Pakistan had been honored to host talks between the US and Iran, commending the efforts of President Asif Ali Zardari and Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, and thanked other national leaders for their guidance.
He described the ceasefire as a historic achievement, a step that protected the region and the world from escalation, and vowed that Pakistan would continue playing a key role in promoting peace.
The Prime Minister further stated that the Day of Thanksgiving would serve as a reminder of Pakistan’s diplomatic success and a lesson for future generations about the power of unity, sincerity, and trust in divine guidance.
