Pakistan, Aug. 1 -- Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif has welcomed progress on the Gaza peace initiative being advanced under US President Donald Trump's Board of Peace, describing the latest developments as an important step toward ending the prolonged conflict in the Palestinian territory.

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In an official statement issued on Friday, Sharif praised the mediation efforts of the United States, Egypt, Qatar and Turkiye, saying their diplomatic engagement had helped move the peace process forward. He said Pakistan supports the phased implementation of the Gaza Peace Plan, which includes a gradual disarmament process alongside measures aimed at restoring stability in the...