Security beefed up in Islamabad ahead of high-level US-Iran peace talks

Security measures have been significantly increased in Islamabad in anticipation of high-level peace talks between the United States and Iran. The article notes a meeting on April 9, 2026, between Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and US Ambassador Natalie Baker, during which the US envoy lauded Pakistan's "sincere" diplomatic efforts. As part of the heightened security arrangements, authorities have postponed government school exams in areas surrounding the city's Red Zone, indicating potential disruptions and a serious security posture for the upcoming diplomatic event. This highlights Pakistan's crucial role in facilitating sensitive international negotiations.