ISLAMABAD, April 17 -- Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif has welcomed the announcement of a ceasefire in Lebanon, calling it a positive step towards regional stability and long-term peace.

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In a statement, the prime minister said that diplomatic efforts led under the leadership of US President Donald Trump had contributed to facilitating the ceasefire agreement between the parties involved. He described the development as a constructive move towards reducing tensions in the Middle East.

Shehbaz Sharif expressed hope that the ceasefire would pave the way for durable and sustainable peace in the region, adding that Pakistan supports all e...