Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has thanked US President Donald Trump for announcing a pause in the “Project Freedom” initiative in the Strait of Hormuz.
In a post on X on Wednesday, the PM said President Trump had responded positively to appeals from Pakistan and other friendly nations, including Saudi Arabia and Mohammed bin Salman.
I am grateful to President Donald Trump for his courageous leadership and timely announcement regarding the pause in Project Freedom in the Strait of Hormuz.
President Trump's gracious response to the request made by Pakistan and other brotherly countries, particularly the…
— Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) May 6, 2026
He noted that the decision is expected to support peace, stability, and reconciliation in the region at a critical time.
Sharif described the move as a timely step that could help ease tensions, adding that Pakistan remains committed to promoting restraint and resolving conflicts through dialogue and diplomacy. He also expressed hope that the current developments would pave the way for a lasting agreement ensuring long-term regional and global stability.
