Pakistan, April 24 -- Islamabad remains under a strict security lockdown as expected US-Iran peace talks fail to materialise. Authorities have sealed major routes and the Red Zone, disrupting daily life across the capital. Residents, commuters, and journalists face uncertainty as the city awaits a possible diplomatic breakthrough.

Key entry roads into Islamabad remain closed while the administrative Red Zone stays heavily cordoned by security forces. Officials say preparations continue for possible US and Iranian delegations, although no confirmed meeting has been scheduled. The second lockdown within two weeks reflects growing uncertainty around stalled diplomatic efforts hosted in the capital.

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