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US Orders Withdrawal of Non-Essential Diplomatic Staff from Pakistan
US orders non-emergency diplomatic staff to leave Pakistan amid regional security concerns and fears of drone and missile attacks after US-Iran tensions. Embassy in Islamabad remains operational.
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by News Desk
2026-03-04
US Orders Withdrawal of Non-Essential Diplomatic Staff from Pakistan

The United States has ordered the withdrawal of its non-emergency diplomatic staff from Pakistan amid rising regional security concerns linked to escalating tensions with Iran.

In an official statement, the United States Embassy in Islamabad confirmed that non-essential personnel at its consulates in Lahore and Karachi have been directed to depart the country. However, the embassy clarified that there has been no change to the operational status of the US Embassy in Islamabad.

According to the statement, the decision was taken in light of concerns about potential drone and missile attacks in the broader region following heightened hostilities between the United States and Iran.

While emergency and core diplomatic operations will continue, the precautionary move reflects Washington’s assessment of the evolving security environment in South Asia and the Middle East.

The development comes amid ongoing geopolitical tensions that have prompted several countries to review the safety of their diplomatic missions and personnel across the region.

Pakistani authorities have not yet issued a formal response to the US decision. However, security across major cities remains on alert as regional uncertainty persists.

The situation continues to evolve as diplomatic channels remain active to prevent further escalation.
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