Islamabad (TDI): Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Thursday assured Natalie Baker, the United States Ambassador to Pakistan, that comprehensive and foolproof security arrangements have been put in place for foreign dignitaries ahead of the upcoming US–Iran talks in Islamabad.
Pakistan is set to host in-person negotiations between the United States and Iran on Saturday, following a two-week ceasefire that temporarily halted hostilities between the two sides.
During the meeting with the US envoy, Naqvi briefed her on the security measures being implemented and described visiting American officials, including US Vice President JD Vance, Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, and Jared Kushner, as “special guests.” He added that a detailed and multi-layered security plan has been finalized to ensure the safety of all foreign delegations.
The US ambassador appreciated Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts and cooperation in facilitating the high-level talks.
Separately, Islamabad Police issued a traffic advisory on social media platform X, announcing diversions along the Express Highway due to the movement of foreign delegations and urging commuters to plan their travel accordingly and cooperate with law enforcement.
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A 30-member advance team from the United States has reportedly arrived in Islamabad to assess and coordinate security arrangements. Authorities have also declared two local holidays in Islamabad and Rawalpindi to support the security plan.
A hotel located within the Red Zone has been reserved for the visiting delegations, with heightened security deployed in and around the premises. The Red Zone itself is expected to remain sealed during the stay of the delegations, while other sensitive areas, including parts of Faisal Avenue, may also face restrictions depending on security requirements.
All entry points to the capital will be monitored or partially closed, and VVIP-level protocol under the Blue Book will be extended to the visiting delegations throughout their movements, accommodation, and meetings.
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State-run hospitals and emergency services have been placed on high alert, instructed to ensure the availability of staff and essential supplies. Multiple coordination meetings have also been held between relevant authorities in the twin cities to finalize operational security plans.
The upcoming talks follow confirmation from Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian of Tehran’s participation in the Pakistan-hosted dialogue. The United States has also confirmed its attendance, with its negotiating team led by Vice President JD Vance.
Pakistan has played a central mediating role in bringing the parties to the table, engaging in sustained diplomatic outreach over recent weeks. This has included consultations with regional partners, back-channel communication between Washington and Tehran, and coordination with key stakeholders such as China.
These efforts contributed to the announcement of a two-week ceasefire earlier on Wednesday, paving the way for the Islamabad talks, which are expected to mark the first round of formal in-person negotiations between the two sides.
