The Karachi US Embassy Attack occurred when angry protesters targeted the American consulate in Karachi following developments related to Iran. The crowd vandalized parts of the compound and set sections on fire. Police action left at least eight people dead, while more than 20 others were reported injured.
According to sources, the protests began after a joint military operation by the United States and Israel against Iran. Reports of the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in that operation triggered anger in several parts of Pakistan. In Karachi, the protest suddenly turned violent.
Eyewitnesses said a large number of people gathered outside the consulate and began chanting slogans. The situation quickly spiraled out of control. Protesters broke through security barricades and attempted to enter the compound. Police fired tear gas shells and carried out warning shots to disperse the crowd. Additional forces were later deployed to bring the situation under control.
