All eyes are on Pakistan, where peace talks between Iranian and American officials are set to take place. The Pakistani capital is under tight security. The talks are aimed at ending the war in the Middle East.

Pakistan has taken on the role of mediator in recent months, achieving a two-week ceasefire announced a few days ago. The talks in Islamabad are expected to begin today with preliminary talks between experts, with the main meeting to take place tomorrow, according to Pakistani security sources quoted by the German news agency dpa.

The negotiations could extend until Sunday, if necessary. Up to 10,000 security personnel, including members of the military and police, have reportedly been deployed to secure the talks, along with intelligence agents. A high-security 'red zone' has been marked out, which includes key government buildings and foreign embassies. The talks are expected to take place at a hotel in the area, which has already been evacuated for security reasons. Security teams from the participating countries have arrived in the city and are coordinating closely with Pakistani authorities.