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Shiite Protests Erupt in Pakistan Over Khamenei's Death

3/6/2026

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Hundreds of Shiite Muslims protested in Pakistan on March 6, 2026, against the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in U.S.-Israeli strikes.
In Islamabad, about 300 demonstrators held a sit-in, chanting 'Death to America' and 'Death to Israel'.
Police increased security and blocked roads to the U.S. Embassy to prevent escalation.
The U.S. Embassy issued a security alert advising Americans to limit movement and avoid certain regions.

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Hundreds of Shiite Muslims protested in Pakistan on March 6, 2026, against the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in U.S.-Israeli strikes.
In Islamabad, about 300 demonstrators held a sit-in, chanting 'Death to America' and 'Death to Israel'.
Police increased security and blocked roads to the U.S. Embassy to prevent escalation.
The U.S. Embassy issued a security alert advising Americans to limit movement and avoid certain regions.