Islamabad : Islamabad.: After assassination of Iran’s Supreme leader , Ayotullah Khamenei , in US and Israel attacks , violent protests have erupted across Pakistan.
A big charged crowed stormed into US counslate in Karachi on Sunday morning following announcement of assassination of Ayotullah Khamenei , which resulted in killings of 9 protestors.
In Gilgit Baltistan, charged big crowed also put took to the streets to protest assassination of Ayotullah Khamenei. After getting of the protestors out of control , the law enforcing agencies took control of the administration. Later , curfew has been imposed in Gilgit -Baltistan.
In Lahore , the crowed tried to enter into US consulate.
Location: Pakistan
Event: Security Alert
We are monitoring reports of ongoing demonstrations at the U.S. Consulates General in Lahore and violent protests at the U.S. Consulate General in Karachi, as well as calls for additional demonstrations at U.S. Embassy Islamabad and U.S. Consulate General Peshawar. U.S. government personnel have been directed to restrict their movements until further notice.
We advise U.S. citizens in Pakistan to monitor local news, observe good personal security practices, including being aware of your surroundings, avoiding large crowds, and ensuring your STEP registration is up to date.
Due to protest activity around the U.S. Consulates General in Karachi and Lahore, and the U.S. Embassy in Islamabad, all appointments for U.S. visas and American Citizen Services are canceled for tomorrow, March 2.
Actions to Take:
Avoid areas of large public gatherings.
Review your personal security plans.
Monitor local media for updates.
Monitor email and local media for further updates regarding appointments at all locations.
Keep a low profile.
Carry identification and cooperate with police