Pakistan’s capital is gearing up for anticipated talks between the US and Iran, with security arrangements in place. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi updated Iran’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Reza Amiri Moghadam, on the completion of preparations for the upcoming negotiations. The meeting between the minister and the ambassador focused on ensuring foolproof security for visiting foreign delegations.
Around 20,000 police officers, along with elite commandos and snipers, have been deployed for security in Islamabad and Rawalpindi. Additional security forces like the Punjab Highway Patrol, Dolphin Force, and Quick Response Units are on alert. Surveillance is being maintained round-the-clock through Safe City cameras and rooftop snipers.
Hotels such as the Serena Hotel and Marriott Hotel have asked guests to vacate as the government has requisitioned these properties for the talks. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar also engaged with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi. However, the timing and certainty of the next meeting in Islamabad remain uncertain.
US President Donald Trump mentioned the possibility of signing an agreement in Pakistan’s capital, but Iran has expressed caution. Tehran cited concerns over broken promises by the US and issues like the naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz. Despite the current ceasefire expiring soon, there are hopes for a peaceful resolution in the talks.
