Pakistan calls troops, orders 3-day curfew as 24 killed in pro-Iran rallies

Al JazeeraEN 2 min read 100% complete by By AFP, Anadolu and The Associated PressMarch 2, 2026 at 02:50 PM

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Following the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a US-Israeli attack, Pakistan has deployed its military and imposed a three-day curfew in parts of the Gilgit-Baltistan region. At least 24 people were killed and dozens injured on Sunday in clashes between protesters and security forces nationwide, prompting increased security around US diplomatic facilities. The curfew affects the districts of Gilgit, Skardu, and Shigar, where significant casualties occurred. Protesters also attacked UN offices in Skardu, including the UNMOGIP and UNDP, as well as a police station, school, and charity in Gilgit. The UN has stated that the safety of its personnel is a top priority.

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