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At least 22 people killed in Pakistan as protesters try to storm US Consulate: Violent clashes between protesters and security forces in the Pakistani port city ...
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Crowds worldwide rage or celebrate after Iran strikes; 23 killed in Pakistan: At least nine protesters were shot and killed when crowds breached the outer wall ...
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Key FactsViolent Protests and Celebrations After Khamenei’s Death
Mar 2, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
  • Violent demonstrations erupted in Pakistan and Iraq opposing the US-Israeli strikes on Iran following Supreme Leader Khamenei’s death.

  • At least 23 people died in Pakistan, including 10 in Karachi where US consulate guards fired on protesters breaching security.

  • Protesters in Skardu burned a UN office, and Baghdad police used tear gas to disperse pro-Iranian crowds near the Green Zone.

  • In Western cities with significant Iranian exile populations, such as Paris and Lisbon, large celebrations expressed hope for political change.
  • We stand with you.
    — Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, saying that every Pakistani was as grief-stricken as the people of Iran.
US Marines fired on protesters storming consulate in Karachi, US officials say: US officials say unclear whether rounds fired by Marines struck or killed anyone.
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Anger among Pakistan's Shi'ites underlines its Iran-US tightrope walk: Khamenei killing: Protests by Pakistan's Shia minority erupt after Iran's ...
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Anger among Pakistan's Shi'ites underlines its Iran-US tightrope walk
22 killed as protesters try to storm US Consulate in Pakistan: Authorities say at least 22 people were killed and more than 120 wounded in clashes with police on ...
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22 killed as protesters try to storm US Consulate in Pakistan
Key FactsDeadly Clashes at Karachi US Consulate Protest
Mar 1, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: apnews.com
  • Violent clashes in Karachi resulted in nine fatalities and more than 50 injuries as hundreds attempted to breach the US Consulate.

  • The demonstrations erupted following the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei by the US and Israel.

  • Security forces regained control after protesters set fire to a nearby police post and damaged consulate windows.

  • Additional protests took place across Pakistan, including in Islamabad, Peshawar, Lahore, and Multan, where police used tear gas and batons.
  • God willing, we will never bow before America and Israel.
    Mamoona Sherazi, who attended the Multan rally, said she was protesting Khamenei's killing; she described him as a fatherly figure and a strong voice for Shiites, adding that he also supported Sunni Muslims facing oppression.
Terrorism cases registered over violence near US consulate in Karachi: Three FIRs lodged against ‘unknown persons’; IGP forms body for ‘transparent’ probe; ...
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Terrorism cases registered over violence near US consulate in Karachi
Key FactsViolence Near US Consulate Spurs Probe and Suspensions
Mar 3, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: dawn.com
  • Three terrorism-related FIRs were registered against unidentified individuals following violent protests near the US consulate in Karachi.

  • The unrest resulted in 11 fatalities and 30 injuries as protesters attempted to breach consulate premises.

  • A six-member inquiry panel has been established to deliver a detailed report within one week.

  • Several police officials, including a senior superintendent and four station heads, were suspended for negligence.
  • The committee has been directed to submit a detailed report containing all facts about the incident within seven days.
    Central Police Office statement
At least 9 dead after protests erupt near US Consulate in Karachi: Civil Hospital official says 20 injured; home minister warns of action against those ...
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At least 9 dead after protests erupt near US Consulate in Karachi
Pakistan police crackdown clears Khan protesters from Islamabad: Lockdown in the capital lifted after protesters, who forced their way into city on Tuesday amid ...
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Pakistan police crackdown clears Khan protesters from Islamabad
Supporters of jailed ex-PM rally in Pakistan despite police crackdown: Demonstrators rally, demanding Imran Khan be released from jail despite a ban on protests ...
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Supporters of jailed ex-PM rally in Pakistan despite police crackdown
Key FactsIslamabad Paralyzed as Khan Supporters Protest
Oct 6, 2024 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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  • Islamabad was locked down by security forces as supporters of jailed ex-prime minister Imran Khan attempted to protest.

  • More than 550 people were arrested amidst ongoing demonstrations against the government despite heavy crackdowns.

  • The government deployed troops to ensure security ahead of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit starting on October 15.

  • Amnesty International condemned the communication cuts and roadblocks as infringements on rights to free expression and peaceful assembly.
Pakistanis protesting Hezbollah leader's killing clash with Karachi police: Stone-throwing protesters in Pakistan's southern city of Karachi clashed on Sunday ...
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Key FactsProtests Erupt in Karachi Over Nasrallah's Death
Sep 29, 2024 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
  • Clashes occurred in Karachi as Shi'ite Muslims protested the killing of Hezbollah leader Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah.

  • Protesters chanted 'Death to America' while attempting to reach the U.S. consulate, carrying Nasrallah's posters.

  • Police deployed tear gas and batons to disperse the crowd after some demonstrators breached agreed-upon cordons.

  • The rally, organized by the pro-Iran Majlis Wahadatul Muslimeen, attracted around 3,000 participants.