(260416) -- ISLAMABAD, April 16, 2026 (Xinhua) -- A policeman checks a passing car at a checkpoint in Islamabad, Pakistan, April 16, 2026.
Large-scale combing search operations have been launched in different areas of Pakistan's federal capital Islamabad, with patrol units and special squads patrolling the city, according to local police on Thursday.
Meanwhile, special checkpoints have been set up at various locations. Army and Rangers personnel are also present at the checkpoints along with the Islamabad Police, Xinhua witnessed.
Similar arrangements took place last week before the peace talks between the United States and Iran to end their recent hostilities in the Middle East region. (Xinhua/Chen Zeguo)
