Pakistan, Demonstration / Riot, Level 3: Violent protest in Lahore – Punjab, Pakistan

2026-03-02: Hundreds of Majlis Wahdatul Muslimeen activists attempted to force entry into the US Consulate in Lahore, Punjab during a protest on Sunday (1 March) at around 11 am (local time). Reportedly, at least one protester who scaled the boundary wall, as authorities imposed a seven-day ban on gatherings across Punjab.
Heightened security measures and operations of security forces are to be expected. Violent clashes between protesters and security forces are possible. Travellers are advised to exercise caution, to strictly avoid demonstrations, road blockades, large gatherings, and deployments of security forces, and to follow instructions from security forces.