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8 Dead In Pro-Iran Protest At US Consulate In Pak, Most Had Bullet Wounds

NDTV Top Stories·1 March 2026·2h ago1 min read0 views
8 Dead In Pro-Iran Protest At US Consulate In Pak, Most Had Bullet Wounds

In Karachi, Pakistan, a pro-Iran protest escalated into violence on Sunday, resulting in the death of at least eight individuals, according to rescue service reports. The demonstration occurred outside the United States consulate, where demonstrators expressed solidarity with Iran amid rising tensions in the region. Eyewitness accounts indicated that many of the deceased suffered from bullet wounds, suggesting the potential involvement of law enforcement or rival factions. The protests are part of a broader wave of unrest linked to geopolitical tensions involving Iran and the United States, with citizens in the region reacting strongly to perceived foreign interventions. The incident has raised concerns about public safety and the ability of authorities to manage civil unrest in Pakistan, particularly in major urban centers like Karachi. As the situation unfolds, calls for accountability and investigations into the circumstances surrounding the violence are expected from various social and political groups within the country.

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