WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump has praised the civilian and military leadership of Pakistan, praising Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in an interview with Fox News, while also claiming that the situation with Iran has almost been resolved.
In the remarks that were aired by the US network, Trump stated that the hostility between Iran and other countries was “almost over” and believed that the situation was well within his control. He defended his policy on Iran, emphasizing that strong measures needed to be adopted to make sure that the country does not develop nuclear arms.
“If I had not taken these initiatives, Iran could have possessed nuclear weapons, and the entire balance of power could have been shifted,” Trump was quoted as saying, adding that there were several nations in the Gulf region who were supporting him on this point.
On being asked about Pakistan, he said that Pakistan played an important role in the geopolitics of the region, stating that “Field Marshal Asim Munir and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif are very good men.”
He further stated that Pakistan has maintained its friendly relationship with Iran and has tried to bridge the gap between the two nations through dialogues. Such a step by Pakistan, as mentioned by Mr. Trump, is vital in ensuring a stable region.
Furthermore, he also appreciated the people of Pakistan because of their intense desire for peace. He said that Pakistan is a rising nation that plays an important role in contributing to regional stability.
These statements were made at a time when the issue of Iran and the struggle for dominance over regional security matters became highly political.
Donald Trump hints to visit Islamabad, if deal with Iran succeeds
Earlier, United States President Donald Trump announced that if deal with Iran on its nuclear program and regional security has been finalized, and he will personally visit Islamabad.
He said that US Vice President JD Vance is also playing a key role in these negotiations. The US’s main goal is to keep Iran away from nuclear weapons, while Iran is demanding the lifting of international sanctions.
Pakistan is currently playing the role of a bridge for peace in the Middle East, and if these diplomatic efforts are successful, it will be a huge turning point not only for the region but also for global politics. Pakistan’s emergence as a diplomatic hub. According to recent reports released in mid-April 2026, President Trump has confirmed that Islamabad is being preferred for the most important negotiations between the United States and Iran.
He clarified in an interview with the New York Post that he prefers negotiations in Pakistan rather than going to any country that has nothing to do with this issue. According to him, “We are more likely to go there (Pakistan) because Field Marshal is doing an excellent job.” Praise for Field Marshal Asim Munir. President Trump described the role of Pakistani Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir as exceptional and called him “Fantastic”.
According to Trump, it is because of Field Marshal Asim Munir’s efforts that the United States and Iran, who have been rivals for decades, have come close to sitting at one table in Islamabad. It should be remembered that a two-week ceasefire agreement was also reached between the US and Iran in early April, mediated by Pakistan.
