India, April 11 -- Islamabad's Serena Hotel has emerged as the focal point of high-stakes diplomacy, with Pakistan hosting crucial talks between the United States and Iran aimed at stabilising a fragile ceasefire in West Asia.

The luxury property, located in the national capital's high-security Red Zone next to the foreign ministry, has been transformed into a tightly-controlled diplomatic zone after the government requisitioned it for the event and asked all guests to vacate, news agency AFP reported on Saturday.

Authorities even declared a two-day public holiday and sealed key routes to ensure smooth movement of delegations.

The Serena Hotel, a sprawling five-star property frequently used for diplomatic engagements, has long been con...