Pakistan, Oct. 9 -- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has welcomed the Gaza ceasefire agreement, calling it a "historic opportunity" to end the ongoing genocide and achieve lasting peace in the Middle East. He praised the leadership of U.S. President Donald Trump for steering the peace process with determination and said the agreement marked a significant step toward ending decades of bloodshed and instability in the region. Shehbaz emphasized that this deal could lay the foundation for long-term coexistence between Israel and Palestine if implemented with sincerity and fairness.

In a statement on his official X account, the premier lauded the efforts of Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey for their crucial roles in mediating the negotiations. He noted...