Islamabad: Iranian ambassador to Pakistan on Saturday said that a "positive stride" is taking shape to bring an end to the war with the US, if Washington "is adequately committed."

According to Anadolu Agency, Raza Amiri Moghadam, the Iranian envoy, expressed cautious optimism regarding the potential resolution of the conflict. He emphasized that this hopeful development depends on the commitment of the US government. He attributed the progress to Iran's dignified stance, the resolve of its armed forces, and the resilience of its citizens, as well as the proactive mediation efforts led by Pakistan.

This statement followed a conversation between Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Ambassador Moghadam. Naqvi was part of the Pakistani delegation that engaged in discussions with Iranian officials in Tehran. Upon returning, he congratulated Moghadam on the progress achieved during the negotiations and expressed hope that Pakistan's genuine mediation efforts would pave the way for enduring peace in the region.

Pakistan's army chief, Field Marshall Asim Munir, also played a significant role by visiting Tehran for the second time in recent weeks. There, he met with key figures including Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, Tehran's chief negotiator Bagher Qalibaf, and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. The discussions focused on drafting a "temporary" agreement aimed at ending the ongoing conflict, as shared by Pakistani government sources.

The interim agreement, which is seen as a crucial step towards peace, is anticipated to be signed by both Washington and Tehran by Sunday, the sources further indicated.