Sharif made these comments following delegation-level discussions during a joint press conference with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, who was in Pakistan for a brief state visit.
In response to a query regarding Iran’s nuclear and missile capabilities, Sharif asserted, “Without fear of contradiction, I say that Iran’s ballistic missile program was not a topic of discussion between the US and Iran… It was not on the agenda.”
“It is not feasible for some to possess missiles while Iran does not,” he added.
Iran’s missile program continues to be a significant concern for Israel, which has faced numerous missile attacks during recent conflicts.
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“Our missiles do not appreciate being discussed by anyone,” Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei stated in an interview with state TV last week.
“Iranian missiles are intended solely for launch, not for negotiations. Discussions about Iran’s defense capabilities will not occur in any format or with any party,” he noted.
The US and Iran signed the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Thursday to promote peace in West Asia and to advance negotiations on regional security and other contentious issues.
Sharif expressed that “the peace agreement between the US and Iran would initiate a new era in the region.” He acknowledged Iran’s trust in Pakistan.
He commended Iran for its display of unity and dignity throughout the entire crisis.
Recalling the Islamabad MoU, the prime minister expressed joy that “this war has concluded, which could have engulfed the entire region and beyond.”
He lauded the “sagacious” leadership of Pezeshkian and his team, emphasizing Pakistan’s role as a sincere mediator in the US-Iran peace process.
Mentioning the US-Iran technical discussions held in Switzerland, he hoped that “God-willing, this arrangement will mark the beginning of a new era of peace, stability, and prosperity for the entire region.” He also announced plans to visit Iran next month to attend the funeral of the assassinated Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.
President Pezeshkian remarked that the bilateral ties between Pakistan and Iran are grounded in trust and mutual respect, and recent developments have provided a new direction for these relations.
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(Edited by : Gautham Krishna)
First Published: Jun 24, 2026 9:42 AM IST
