Did US Write Pakistan’s PM Shehbaz Sharif's Tweet To Trump On Iran Ceasefire Talks?

A social media post by Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif calling for restraint in the escalating Iran crisis has triggered speculation online, after users spotted what appeared to be an earlier "draft" version of the message.

The post, shared on X on Tuesday, urged US President Donald Trump to delay his threats against Iran and allow diplomacy more time. However, screenshots circulated by social media users suggested that a version of the message had briefly appeared labelled "Draft - Pakistan's PM Message on X," raising questions about its origin.

Observers were quick to highlight the unusual phrasing in the draft, noting that it referred to Sharif in the third person as "Pakistan's PM" - something many argued would be unlikely if authored directly by him or his immediate team. This led to speculation that the message may have been prepared externally, with some users even suggesting possible involvement of foreign stakeholders. The wording was later corrected in the final version.

Others also pointed to the use of English and the draft label itself as indicators that the message may not have been crafted within official Pakistani channels. It is now speculated that the message has been scripted either in the US or Israel.

The controversy unfolded against the backdrop of heightened tensions involving Iran. Earlier on Tuesday, Trump announced a ceasefire after issuing stark warnings, including threats of severe retaliation if Iran refused to comply with US demands related to the strategic Strait of Hormuz. His remarks - including a warning of catastrophic consequences - drew criticism from international allies as well as members of his own political circle.

In response, Sharif appealed for an extension to the deadline, urging that diplomatic efforts be given more time and suggesting that Iran reopen the crucial waterway as a gesture of goodwill.

The updated tweet post reads: "Diplomatic efforts for peaceful settlement of the ongoing war in the Middle East are progressing steadily, strongly and powerfully with the potential to lead to substantive results in near future. To allow diplomacy to run its course, I earnestly request President Trump to extend the deadline for two weeks.

Pakistan, in all sincerity, requests the Iranian brothers to open Strait of Hormuz for a corresponding period of two weeks as a goodwill gesture. We also urge all warring parties to observe a ceasefire everywhere for two weeks to allow diplomacy to achieve conclusive termination of war, in the interest of long-term peace and stability in the region."

Trump's warning marked the third time he had set and postponed, a deadline for Iran. He had previously indicated that failure to comply could result in strikes targeting civilian infrastructure, intensifying global concern over the potential fallout.

Meanwhile, the Pakistan Prime Minister has announced that Islamabad will host the talks between the US and Iran on Friday.

He said, "I warmly welcome the sagacious gesture and extend deepest gratitude to the leadership of both the countries and invite their delegations to Islamabad on Friday, 10th April 2026, to further negotiate for a conclusive agreement to settle all disputes.
Both parties have displayed remarkable wisdom and understanding and have remained constructively engaged in furthering the cause of peace and stability. We earnestly hope, that the 'Islamabad Talks' succeed in achieving sustainable peace and wish to share more good news in coming days!"