Islamabad Tightens Security Ahead of High-Level Diplomatic Talks Aimed at De-escalating Regional Tensions

Islamabad. Security has been tightened in Islamabad ahead of high-level diplomatic talks intended to reduce regional tensions. A significant presence of security personnel was visible around the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for the talks scheduled for Sunday. Foreign Ministers from Egypt and Turkey have arrived in Islamabad for this meeting.

The Foreign Minister of Saudi Arabia is also expected to arrive within a few hours to participate in the talks. The main agenda for the discussion among the four countries is to reduce the tension from the ongoing war with the United States and Israel against Iran.

These countries have become active in mediation efforts as the war enters its second month, impacting regional energy security and borders directly. NATO member Turkey has stated that many missiles fired from Iran since the start of the war have been intercepted in its airspace, while Saudi Arabia is reportedly facing daily missile and drone attacks.

Pakistan has played the role of a diplomatic mediator, maintaining balanced relations with both the US and Iran. It has reportedly conveyed a 15-point peace plan proposed by Washington to Tehran.

According to retired Pakistani defense analyst Lieutenant General Mohammad Saeed, immediate concrete achievements from these talks may not be realistic. However, he stated that the discussions could focus on conveying the Gulf countries' message to Iran through Pakistan and laying the groundwork for a potential understanding.