ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met US Ambassador Natalie Baker in Islamabad on Monday to review security arrangements for the expected second round of talks involving the United States and Iran.
According to the Ministry of Interior, Naqvi visited the US Embassy in the Diplomatic Enclave, where both sides also discussed the regional situation and avenues to strengthen Pakistan-US relations. The minister briefed the ambassador on extensive security measures, assuring that special arrangements had been put in place for all visiting delegations.
Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump had announced that American representatives were heading to Islamabad for a second round of talks after the initial negotiations, held earlier this month, ended without a formal agreement but also without a breakdown.
Naqvi expressed hope for the success of the upcoming dialogue, while Ambassador Baker appreciated Pakistan’s constructive role in easing regional tensions. Senior officials, including Usman Anwar, Sohail Ashraf, Ali Nasir Rizvi, and Irfan Memon, also attended the meeting.
In parallel, authorities intensified security across the capital. Key areas, including the Red Zone, were sealed, and major routes such as the Expressway and Srinagar Highway faced closures or intermittent suspensions. Heavy traffic entry into the city was restricted, while alternative routes were designated for residents to minimize disruption.
Furthermore, tensions remain high as Iran recently closed the strategic Strait of Hormuz, linking it to demands for the lifting of US restrictions. With a ceasefire set to expire soon, the upcoming talks in Islamabad are being closely watched as a potential opportunity for diplomatic progress.
