How the US-Iran talks in Islamabad unfolded

Islamabad was locked down on April 11, 2026, with over 10,000 security personnel deployed for ceasefire talks between the US and Iran. The Iranian delegation arrived late the previous night, followed by the Americans at Nur Khan Air Base. The negotiations took place at the Serena Hotel, a controlled diplomatic environment, where both sides confronted fundamentally different worldviews. Pakistani Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif stated that this was a crucial moment for lasting peace.