The U.S. Consulate General in Peshawar has temporarily suspended operations due to ongoing protests and security concerns across several Pakistani cities. The U.S. mission in Pakistan has canceled all visa and American Citizen Services appointments at its embassy in Islamabad and consulates in Karachi and Lahore, citing protest activity around these diplomatic sites. A security alert issued on March 1 advised American citizens to avoid large crowds and stay updated on local news as authorities in Punjab and Islamabad imposed Section 144 to ban public gatherings in an effort to contain the unrest.
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U.S. Consulate Operations Suspended Amid Violent Protests In Pakistan
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On March 2, 2026, the U.S. Consulate in Peshawar suspended operations amid escalating protests in Pakistan following the assassination of Iranian leader Khamenei. At least 23 people have died nationwide, with significant unrest reported in Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad, prompting heightened securi…
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