Pakistani Minister for Information & Broadcasting, Ataullah Tarar:

"The situation as it stands at 1930 PST

  1. Formal response from Iranian side about confirmation of delegation to attend Islamabad Peace Talks is still awaited.
  1. Pakistan as the mediator is in constant touch with Iranians and pursuing the path of diplomacy and dialogue.
  1. 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.
  1. Pakistan has made sincere efforts to convince the Iranian leadership to participate in the second round of talks and these efforts continue."