ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday welcomed the announcement of a ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel, expressing hope that the agreement would contribute to lasting peace in the region.
In a statement posted on X, Sharif said he welcomed the truce, describing it as the result of “bold and sagacious diplomatic efforts” led by US President Donald Trump.
I welcome the announcement of a ceasefire in Lebanon, facilitated through bold and sagacious diplomatic efforts led by President Donald Trump, and express the hope that it will pave the way for sustainable peace.
Pakistan reaffirms its unwavering support for the sovereignty and…
— Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) April 17, 2026
He reaffirmed Pakistan’s “unwavering support” for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Lebanon, adding that Islamabad would continue to back all initiatives aimed at achieving a durable peace.
The 10-day ceasefire, announced by Washington, is intended to halt hostilities between Israeli forces and Hezbollah, although the group is not formally a signatory to the agreement.
The truce is widely seen as part of broader diplomatic efforts linked to parallel de-escalation initiatives involving the United States, Israel, and Iran.
Despite the agreement, tensions remain on the ground. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel had accepted the ceasefire to support diplomatic efforts, but confirmed that its forces would remain deployed in southern Lebanon.
He added that Israeli troops were working to establish a buffer zone extending roughly 10 kilometres into Lebanese territory.
The ceasefire comes amid ongoing regional efforts to prevent further escalation and create space for wider negotiations.
