World leaders have welcomed the recently announced ceasefire between the United States and Iran, while praising Pakistan and other nations for their role in facilitating the agreement.
The two-week truce has drawn broad international support, with governments and global organisations describing it as an opportunity to advance long-term stability in the Middle East.
Secretary-General of the United Nations, António Guterres, welcomed the development and urged all parties to fully adhere to the ceasefire in order to pave the way for durable peace. He also underscored the need to protect civilians and minimise casualties, while commending diplomatic efforts by Pakistan and other countries.
Several nations, including Australia, Malaysia, Japan, Egypt, Indonesia, Iraq and New Zealand, termed the ceasefire a positive step and called for concrete measures to ease tensions. Egypt’s foreign ministry described the truce as a critical opportunity to pursue dialogue and diplomacy.
Australia and New Zealand expressed hope that the ceasefire could contribute to sustained regional stability, while stressing that further efforts would be needed to achieve lasting peace.
Indonesia’s foreign ministry emphasised the importance of respecting sovereignty and territorial integrity, and called for adherence to diplomatic channels. It also sought investigations under the United Nations into the deaths of peacekeepers.
Meanwhile, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim highlighted the need to translate Iran’s 10-point proposal into a comprehensive peace framework that would enhance stability not only in Iran but also in Iraq, Lebanon and Yemen.
In Japan, government spokesperson Minoru Kahara described the ceasefire as a constructive development, stressing the importance of ensuring safe maritime passage through the Strait of Hormuz and expressing confidence in continued diplomatic engagement.
Global leaders also acknowledged the mediation efforts of Pakistan, Turkiye, Egypt and Saudi Arabia, recognising their pivotal role in facilitating the ceasefire.
