Pakistan has intensified security measures in Islamabad and Rawalpindi as the second round of US-Iran negotiations approaches this week. Authorities deployed 20,000 police personnel alongside elite commando units, snipers, and advanced surveillance systems to safeguard the twin cities. This comes amid heightened global attention to the talks, which aim to de-escalate Middle East tensions following recent hostilities.
Security protocols mirror those implemented during the first round of negotiations earlier this year, with rooftop snipers and Safe City cameras providing 24/7 monitoring. Major hotels including the Serena and Marriott have been requisitioned for diplomatic use, requiring guests to vacate premises temporarily. All public transport and goods movement remain suspended in the capital region until further notice.
US security advance teams have arrived to coordinate logistics, according to local officials. The talks occur against a backdrop of renewed regional diplomacy efforts, with analysts noting Pakistan's strategic role as a neutral venue. While no official dates have been announced, the preparations suggest negotiations could begin imminently.
