skip to contentAdvertisementPolice and hospital officials told the Associated Press that at least eight people were wounded, while emergency workers cited by CNN said around 20 were injured. Authorities said the protesters were later dispersed and the situation brought under control.2 min readUpdated: Mar 1, 2026 03:00 PM ISTAt least six killed and dozens injured as hundreds of protesters clash with police near the U.S. Consulate following U.S.-Israeli strikes in the region. (PC: X/@PressTV)At least nine people were killed and several others injured Sunday after protesters reportedly stormed the United States Consulate in Pakistan’s port city of Karachi and clashed with police to protest against the joint US-Israel attacks on Iran.Police and hospital officials told news agency Associated Press that at least nine people were wounded in the violence. Emergency workers cited by CNN said around 20 people were injured after hundreds of protesters gathered near the heavily fortified diplomatic compound.Karachi Police spokesperson Rehan Ali told CNN that “hundreds of people suddenly appeared near the American consulate”, prompting a police response. Authorities later dispersed the protesters and said the situation was under control, AP reported.Videos geolocated by CNN showed protesters breaching security barricades and striking parts of the consulate’s exterior with sticks, while gunshots could be heard in at least one clip. Separately, visuals circulating on social media showed flames and smoke near an entrance area as demonstrators gathered outside the compound, though these could not be independently verified.Protests erupt after Iran confirms death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali KhameneiThe demonstrations followed after Iranian state media confirmed the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei following large-scale military strikes carried out by the United States and Israel. US President Donald Trump indicated the attack s were aimed at dismantling Iran’s leadership and warned that further strikes could continue.The strikes targeted multiple locations across Iran, including military-linked sites, with Iranian media reporting heavy casualties. Iran has declared a period of national mourning as tensions escalate across the region and fears grow of wider conflict.The Express Global Desk at The Indian Express delivers authoritative, verified, and context-driven coverage of key international developments shaping global politics, policy, and migration trends. The desk focuses on stories with direct relevance for Indian and global audiences, combining breaking news with in-depth explainers and analysis. A major focus area of the desk is US immigration and visa policy, including developments related to student visas, work permits, permanent residency pathways, executive actions, and court rulings. The Global Desk also closely tracks Canada’s immigration, visa, and study policies, covering changes to study permits, post-study work options, permanent residence programmes, and regulatory updates affecting migrants and international students. All reporting from the Global Desk adheres to The Indian Express’ editorial standards, relying on official data, government notifications, court documents, and on-record sources. The desk prioritises clarity, accuracy, and accountability, ensuring readers can navigate complex global systems with confidence. Core Team The Express Global Desk is led by a team of experienced journalists and editors with deep expertise in international affairs and migration policy: Aniruddha Dhar – Senior Assistant Editor with extensive experience in global affairs, international politics, and editorial leadership. Nischai Vats – Deputy Copy Editor specialising in US politics, US visa and immigration policy, and policy-driven international coverage. Mashkoora Khan – Sub-editor focusing on global developments, with a strong emphasis on Canada visa, immigration, and study-related policy coverage. ... Read MoreStay updated with the latest - Click here to follow us on Instagram© IE Online Media Services Pvt LtdTags:worldAdvertisementLoading Taboola...