Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Signs Historic ‘Islamabad MOU’ Between US and Iran

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has signed the historic ‘Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)’ between the United States and Iran as a mediator. According to the agreement, Iran will immediately reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and the US will lift its naval blockade. Prime Minister Sharif acknowledged the significant contributions of Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Egypt in facilitating this historic accord. June 18, Kathmandu.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif acted as the mediator in the signing of the MOU between the United States and Iran. He formally signed the ‘Islamabad MOU.’ A video released by the Prime Minister’s Office on Thursday shows Sharif endorsing the agreement. Prior to his endorsement, both the United States and Iran had already signed the document. Sharif confirmed that the agreement would come into immediate effect.

Sharif expressed via X (formerly Twitter), “I am proud to announce the historic electronically signed Islamabad MOU between the United States and Iran. The respective presidents of both countries have signed the agreement, and I have approved it in my capacity as mediator.” He highlighted that the signatures from the highest levels of both governments demonstrate a serious commitment to resolving their conflict through dialogue.

“The Islamabad MOU will take effect immediately. As a first step, Iran will promptly open the Strait of Hormuz, and the United States will lift its naval blockade without delay,” Sharif wrote. He also extended his gratitude to the top leaders of the US and Iran. Sharif acknowledged Qatar’s role in facilitating this process and commended the contributions of leaders from Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Egypt in brokering the deal.