Islamabad: US Vice President JD Vance has arrived in Islamabad to lead high-level peace negotiations with Iran and held a key meeting with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. Officials stated that this marks the first visit by a US Vice President to Pakistan in nearly 15 years. The visit comes amid ongoing regional tensions despite a fragile ceasefire. Authorities confirmed that security has been significantly tightened across the capital as international delegations gather for critical talks. Analysts believe the discussions could play a decisive role in stabilizing the region, while also highlighting Pakistan’s growing importance as a diplomatic mediator on the global stage.
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