The White House has confirmed that United States President Donald Trump held a telephone conversation with Pakistan’s Army Chief General Asim Munir. The call focused on efforts to reach a ceasefire in the ongoing war involving Iran, the United States, and Israel.
According to official sources, the discussion was part of broader diplomatic attempts to reduce tensions in the Middle East. President Trump and General Munir exchanged views on how to bring stability to the region and end the fighting that has drawn in multiple countries.
Pakistan has been quietly working as a mediator in the conflict. Just days before the call, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif publicly offered to host talks between the United States and Iran. In a post on social media, he said Pakistan fully supports dialogue and is ready to facilitate meaningful negotiations if both sides agree.
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The White House described the conversation as part of ongoing sensitive diplomacy. A spokesperson said the United States appreciates Pakistan’s role in promoting peace and will continue to consult with regional partners.
General Asim Munir’s direct engagement with President Trump signals how seriously Pakistan is taking its mediation role. The country shares borders with both Iran and the wider Gulf region, making its position strategically important.
Earlier, President Trump announced a five-day pause on planned strikes against Iranian targets to allow diplomacy to move forward. He later shared Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s offer to host talks on his Truth Social platform, indicating Washington is open to exploring new avenues for negotiation.
For now, all eyes are on Islamabad as it steps into one of the most challenging diplomatic roles in recent years. Whether the ceasefire efforts succeed will depend on how both Iran and the United States respond to Pakistan’s quiet back-channel work and public offers of mediation.
