Hundreds of protesters stormed the US Consulate in Karachi, Pakistan, on March 1, 2026, in fury over Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's killing in US-Israel strikes. Clashes with police killed at least 6-8 and injured dozens, as tear gas and shots dispersed the mob.
Hundreds of protesters stormed the US Consulate in Karachi, Pakistan, on March 1, 2026, in fury over Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's killing in US-Israel strikes. Clashes with police killed at least 6-8 and injured dozens, as tear gas and shots dispersed the mob.
Key Highlights
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Mob Breaches Perimeter: Demonstrators, protesting Khamenei's death in Operation Epic Fury strikes, smashed windows, tried entering main building; Shia groups led march to consulate on Mai Kolachi Road.
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Violent Police Response: Authorities fired tear gas, warning shots, used batons; clashes killed 6 (Edhi confirmed) to 8, injured 8+ shifted to Civil Hospital Trauma Centre.
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Security Tightened: Heavy police/paramilitary deployed; Interior Minister Ziaul Hasan ordered probes, enhanced protection for sites; traffic rerouted amid unrest.
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Regional Fallout: Protests linked to Iran tensions post-strikes; no US staff casualties reported; consulate issues alerts for Americans.
Latest Updates
Incidents unfolded Sunday amid global volatility from Iran conflict; Sindh officials vow action against lawbreakers. Protesters chanted anti-US slogans, threw stones; situation tense but contained by afternoon. Pakistan monitors for copycat protests.
Sources: AP News, The Tribune India, Times of India, France 24, NDTV