Islamabad’s Capital Administration on Friday launched a campaign to dismantle 47 illegal guard cabins outside homes in the city’s high‑security zone. [1]

The move is intended to tighten security before the upcoming peace talks between Iran and the U.S., officials said. Strengthening the perimeter of the high‑security district is seen as a precaution to protect diplomatic and government facilities during the talks. [1]

Teams from the municipal authority will conduct a door‑to‑door survey, mark the cabins slated for removal, and coordinate with local police — ensuring compliance with zoning rules. The campaign targets the 47 cabins identified as violating the area’s building codes. [1]

Guard cabins have long been a point of contention in Islamabad’s upscale neighborhoods, where residents sometimes erect small structures to house private security staff. While such cabins are legal in designated zones, they are prohibited in the high‑security sector, which houses foreign embassies and key ministries. Authorities have previously warned of the security risks posed by unregulated guard posts. [1]

With the Iran‑U.S. dialogue scheduled for later this month, the administration hopes the cleanup will signal Islamabad’s commitment to a secure environment for international negotiations. The removal effort is expected to be completed before the talks begin, though a precise timeline has not been disclosed. [1]

“The administration aims to remove all illegal guard cabins before the Iran‑U.S. peace talks begin.”

By clearing unauthorized guard structures, Islamabad is attempting to project a controlled security posture that may reassure foreign delegations and reduce the risk of incidents that could derail delicate diplomatic negotiations.