No peace talks between the United States and Iran are currently planned, but the Pakistani capital, Islamabad, remains under exceptional security. Authorities are maintaining a strict lockdown in the hope of hosting potential diplomatic discussions.
For nearly a week, the city has been partially paralyzed. Public transportation has been suspended, many markets closed, and roads blocked, severely disrupting the daily lives of residents. Deserted bus stations and food supply difficulties attest to the extent of the restrictions.
This security deployment, extended for the second consecutive week, was put in place in anticipation of a new round of talks between Washington and Tehran. However, no meeting has yet been confirmed, following the failure of the first round of negotiations.
Despite this uncertainty, Pakistani authorities have chosen to maintain the measures in place. They indicate that the security cordon will remain active in case a delegation, including that of the president, arrives. Donald Trumpwould come to the scene.
This situation illustrates the persistent tensions surrounding the Iranian issue and the difficulties in resuming diplomatic dialogue. The lack of progress contrasts sharply with the logistical and security efforts deployed by Islamabad.
For residents, these measures come at a high cost, affecting travel, economic activity, and access to essential goods. They also reflect the uncertainty surrounding any attempt at mediation in a particularly tense geopolitical context.
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