Pakistani Minister for Information & Broadcasting, Ataullah Tarar:
"The situation as it stands at 1930 PST
- Formal response from Iranian side about confirmation of delegation to attend Islamabad Peace Talks is still awaited.
- Pakistan as the mediator is in constant touch with Iranians and pursuing the path of diplomacy and dialogue.
- Ceasefire ends at 4:50 am PST, 22 April. Decision from Iran to attend the talks before the end of two weeks ceasefire is critical.
- Pakistan has made sincere efforts to convince the Iranian leadership to participate in the second round of talks and these efforts continue."