Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan, is on high alert to confirm whether the U.S.-Iran peace talks will proceed, following the U.S. detention of a vessel flying the Iranian flag, triggering a strong response from Tehran.
In the "Red Zone" of Islamabad—home to the parliament, Supreme Court, senior government institutions, and foreign embassies—two major hotels have vacated all guests in preparation for the arrival of delegations.
The Serena Hotel, where the first unsuccessful round of negotiations took place earlier this month, and the Marriott Hotel, where the Iranian delegation stayed during the talks, have both been cleared out.
Due to the "arrival of foreign delegations in Islamabad," the city's police announced alternative transportation plans, causing traffic paralysis on main roads leading to the Red Zone.
Residents within the city are advised to use alternate routes.
All government officials working in the Red Zone have been required to work from home on April 20.
Original source: toutiao.com/article/1862980870977536/
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