10 killed in Karachi as pro-Iran protests erupt across Pakistan, India

South China Morning PostEN 1 min read 100% complete by BloombergMarch 2, 2026 at 02:12 AM

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On Sunday, at least ten pro-Iranian protesters were killed in Karachi, Pakistan, during clashes with police. The protesters were attempting to storm the US consulate when security forces opened fire. Thirty-four people were also reported injured, with some in serious condition. The demonstration was reportedly organized to condemn the alleged killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in coordinated attacks by the US and Israel. Hundreds of people gathered at the consulate to protest the alleged attacks.

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India 40% Sindh government 50% Edhi Foundation 50% Faisal Edhi ×260% Sukhdew Assardas Hamnani 60% Israel 60% United States ×270% Iran ×270% Ayatollah Ali Khamenei 70% Pakistan ×280% Karachi ×390%

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pro-iran protests 90% karachi 80% us consulate 70% police clashes 70% iran 60% deaths 60% ayatollah ali khamenei 50% pakistan 50% political violence 40%