Pakistani troops reportedly opened fire in Karachi amid escalating unrest near the U.S. Consulate, as protests erupted following reports of the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in U.S.-Israeli strikes. Demonstrators gathered outside the consulate on Mai Kolachi Road, clashing with law enforcement in violent scenes tied to the broader Middle East crisis.
Security Guards at US consulate open fire on Pakistani protestors in Karachi, killing 10 civilians.#Pakistan https://t.co/cT940sJ24r pic.twitter.com/8PYuV436l3
— Saba Jameel (@Saba_Baloc) March 1, 2026
According to local media reports, a large crowd of protesters assembled shortly after confirmation of Khamenei’s killing on February 28, 2026. The demonstrations quickly turned chaotic, with protesters attempting to approach or breach the heavily guarded U.S. Consulate General in Karachi.
As of March 1, 2026 (around 12:24 PM IST), the situation near the U.S. Consulate remains tense but contained, with no new major breaches reported. The events highlight risks to diplomatic facilities amid the rapid regional fallout from Khamenei’s death and ongoing Iranian missile barrages.