Washington, March 2 – Tensions escalated in Karachi, Pakistan, where violent protests erupted outside the US Consulate following America’s strikes on Iran. Conservative activist Laura Loomer has ignited a firestorm by demanding the State Department immediately revoke all Pakistani visas and green cards.
In a pointed post on X, Loomer tagged Secretary of State Marco Rubio, writing, ‘The US State Department should suspend all Pakistani visas and green cards ASAP.’ Her call comes amid reports of furious demonstrators attempting to breach the heavily fortified consulate compound, enraged over the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader.
Loomer claimed six protesters died and 20 were injured in the initial clashes, with more fatalities when crowds tried again in the afternoon. She alleged US Marines stationed at the consulate opened fire on what she called ‘Pakistani terrorists’ attempting to seize the facility in retaliation for US actions against Iran.
However, details on casualties and who fired the shots remain unverified. It’s unclear if US forces or local Pakistani security handled the response. Loomer didn’t hold back in her criticism, accusing Pakistan of sheltering Osama bin Laden, fostering radicalism, and promoting violence against Americans and Indians.
Karachi, Pakistan’s bustling economic hub, has a history of anti-US demonstrations over military actions. The State Department has yet to respond to Loomer’s provocative demand, leaving the debate raging online.
This incident underscores ongoing frictions between the US and Pakistan, a nation with a complex alliance history marred by terrorism concerns. As social media amplifies the outrage, questions swirl about immigration policy and national security in an era of global unrest.