People in Rawalpindi, Pakistan, are experiencing difficulties as markets have been closed by the district administration due to security concerns surrounding US-Iran talks held in Islamabad. Major areas like Peshawar Road and Murree Road, along with those bordering Islamabad, are significantly affected, with shops including milk and grocery stores shut down. The closure, as directed by the district administration, has caused challenges for residents in purchasing essential items like bread and milk.
Residents are facing hardships with the closure of shops, leading to a scarcity of vegetables and milk. The lack of public transport has further added to the inconvenience, with taxi and rickshaw drivers taking advantage of the situation by charging higher fares. Despite over 20 hours of negotiations between US and Iran, no agreement was reached, with US Vice President J D Vance expressing disappointment over Iran’s refusal to accept the terms outlined by the US negotiators.
Vance highlighted the US’s primary objective of preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons capability, emphasizing the need for a firm commitment from Iran to forgo nuclear weapons development. Washington seeks enduring assurances from Tehran rather than temporary agreements, underscoring the importance of Iran’s commitment to nuclear non-proliferation.
