Islamabad Turns into a Fortress Ahead of High-Stakes US-Iran Peace Talks

Thousands of police and military personnel have been deployed across Islamabad as the city enters a state of total lockdown. The Islamabad Police has declared the 'Red Zone' off-limits to private vehicles, closing schools, markets, and government offices for a declared public holiday.

To ensure the safety of the visiting dignitaries, Pakistani C-130 transport planes and IL-78 refueling tankers were spotted patrolling the skies, even escorting the Iranian delegation within Iranian airspace. While a 30-member US advance team has already landed, former White House Press Secretary Ari Fleischer has raised concerns about the high-risk nature of the mission. Despite the skepticism, Pakistan is leaving no stone unturned, employing its full military and tactical might to act as a neutral and secure bridge between Washington and Tehran.