South China Morning PostMar 3
Pakistan cities under curfew after 23 die in pro-Iran protests over Khamenei killing
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Pakistan cities under curfew after 23 die in pro-Iran protests over Khamenei killing
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Updated 3.3.2026
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Gilgit-Baltistan region *Skardu Ayatollah Ali Khamenei Pakistan US-Israeli strikes
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Mar 3 Morning
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Pakistani authorities deployed troops and imposed a three-day curfew in Gilgit and Skardu.
— officials
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Several people died and tens were injured in violent protests.
— officials
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At least 12 people were killed and 80 others injured.
— police in the Gilgit-Baltistan region
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The safety and security of UN personnel and premises throughout the region remain our top priority.
— Stephane Dujarric, UN spokesman
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Protests followed the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in US-Israeli strikes.
— officials
Mar 2 Evening
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Al JazeeraMar 2
Pakistan calls troops, orders 3-day curfew as 24 killed in pro-Iran rallies
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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Pakistan called in the military and imposed a three-day curfew in some areas.
— Article
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At least 24 people were killed and dozens injured in clashes between protesters and security forces.
— Article
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The curfew was imposed in the districts of Gilgit, Skurdu, and Shigar.
— Article
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At least 12 protesters and one security officer were killed in Gilgit-Baltistan.
— Official statement
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Protesters attacked the offices of UNMOGIP and UNDP in Skardu city.
— Article