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Pakistan's Prime Minister Welcomes Trump's 21-Point Plan for Gaza Peace

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Pakistan's Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has expressed his support for US President Donald Trump's 21-point plan to end the war in Gaza. In a social media post, the premier emphasized that durable peace between the Palestinian people and Israel is essential for bringing stability and economic growth to the region. He also commended President Trump's leadership and the role of Special Envoy Steve Witkoff in bringing an end to the conflict.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Pakistani government has formally recommended US President Donald Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for his "decisive diplomatic intervention and pivotal leadership" to end the India-Pakistan escalation in May.
  • Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif credited Trump with easing tension between Pakistan and India, saving the region from major destruction, and preventing a "bad nuclear war" between the two nations.
  • The prime minister acknowledged the devastating impact of climate change, citing the 2025 floods that caused significant damage and loss of life, affecting both rural areas and industrial centers.
  • During his meeting with Trump, the prime minister discussed the conflict with India, including the Indus Waters Treaty and the role of Pakistan's armed forces in defeating the enemy.
  • The premier highlighted the success of his visit to Washington, D.C., where he met with Trump and co-chaired a meeting on Gaza, resulting in a constructive discussion and a potential positive outcome for a Gaza ceasefire.

Statistics:

  • Over 1,000 people lost their lives in the 2025 floods in Pakistan's Punjab province.
  • Hundreds of thousands of people were injured, and thousands of remote areas were submerged due to the floods.
  • The floods caused significant damage to farms, installations, and food supplies, affecting the country's fragile economic recovery.
  • President Trump claimed that US intervention prevented a "bad nuclear war" between India and Pakistan.

Sources:

  • Shehbaz Sharif, "Post on social media site X," [Source not provided].
  • Shehbaz Sharif, "Press conference in London," [Source not provided].
  • Pakistan Government, "Formal recommendation for Trump's Nobel Peace Prize," [Source: "Pakistan nominates Trump for Nobel Peace Prize for role in ending India-Pakistan escalation"]
  • Shehbaz Sharif, "Speech in Washington, D.C.," [Source not provided]

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