At least 23 people were killed and over 100 injured in Pakistan on March 1, 2026, as protests erupted following the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Demonstrators targeted U.S. diplomatic sites and UN offices, sparking violent clashes with security forces.
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• Karachi: 10 deaths reported after protesters breached the U.S. consulate’s outer wall, prompting gunfire from security staff. Tear gas and burning vehicles filled the streets. • Skardu: A UN office was set ablaze, killing 11. The northern region, home to Pakistan’s largest Shiite population, saw intense unrest. • Islamabad: Two died as police fired tear gas and live bullets to disperse crowds near diplomatic zones.
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Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned Khamenei’s killing as a 'violation of international law,' while Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi urged calm. The U.S. Embassy advised citizens to 'avoid crowds' amid ongoing tensions.
With 20–30 million Shiite residents, Pakistan’s solidarity with Iran highlights the geopolitical stakes. Analysts warn the fallout could reshape regional alliances in 2026.
