News Desk: Pakistan has stepped up high-level security preparations in the capital ahead of a expected second round of US-Iran talks, as Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi held key discussions with US Charge d’Affaires Natalie Baker at the US Embassy in Islamabad.
The meeting focused on regional security dynamics, Pakistan-US relations, and arrangements for the visiting American delegation. Officials confirmed that “foolproof” security measures have been finalized to ensure the safety of foreign dignitaries arriving for the Islamabad talks, which follow an earlier round that concluded without a formal agreement.
Islamabad Has Been Placed on High Alert
According to the Ministry of Interior, Naqvi reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to facilitating dialogue and expressed hope for a successful outcome in the upcoming negotiations. The US envoy, in turn, appreciated Pakistan’s constructive role in easing regional tensions and supporting diplomatic engagement between Washington and Tehran.
The talks come after US President Donald Trump announced that a delegation would arrive in Islamabad for renewed negotiations with Iran, signaling continued diplomatic efforts despite ongoing disagreements, particularly over the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
Meanwhile, Islamabad has been placed on high alert, with strict traffic and security measures enforced across the city. The Red Zone and Extended Red Zone have been completely sealed, while major arteries including the Expressway from Koral to Zero Point and parts of Srinagar Highway face closures or intermittent suspensions.
M1, M2, and M3 Temporarily Closed
Authorities have banned the entry of heavy traffic into the capital, urging transporters to avoid routes to Islamabad. Several motorways, including M1, M2, and M3, have also been temporarily closed to public transport, although private vehicles are permitted under regulated movement.
Residents have been advised to use alternate routes such as Ninth Avenue, Margalla Road, and Rawal Road to navigate between Islamabad and Rawalpindi. Police have urged citizens to stay updated through official communication channels, including social media and FM 92.4, to avoid disruptions.
Senior officials, including FIA Director General Dr Usman Anwar, Chief Commissioner Sohail Ashraf, Inspector General of Police Ali Nasir Rizvi, and Deputy Commissioner Irfan Memon, were also present during the briefing.
With Islamabad once again hosting sensitive diplomatic engagements, Pakistan’s role as a regional mediator remains in focus, even as geopolitical tensions persist between the United States and Iran.
