Pakistan’s capital is unusually quiet as authorities lock down Islamabad ahead of high-stakes talks between the United States and Iran aimed at securing a lasting ceasefire after weeks of war.
Roads lie nearly empty, checkpoints have been set up at major arteries, and a two-day public holiday keeps residents indoors.
Behind the calm, diplomatic activity has intensified.
US Vice President JD Vance is set to leave for Pakistan later today, while the Wall Street Journal reports that the Iranian delegation has already arrived ahead of tomorrow’s talks.
Security is tightened, with additional troops and police deployed across Islamabad.
Pakistan said earlier today that it will issue visas on arrival for those traveling to Islamabad for the Iran-US talks, signaling the interest in the world’s media in the event.
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