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Pakistan Protests, US Marines Fire

Analysis based on 52 articles · First reported Mar 01, 2026 · Last updated Mar 03, 2026

Sentiment
-70
Attention
8
Articles
52
Market Impact
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Market Impact

The widespread and deadly protests in Pakistan, triggered by the killing of Ali Khamenei, have significantly heightened geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and South Asia. This event could lead to increased instability, impacting regional trade, energy markets, and foreign investment in Pakistan as security concerns rise. The reported firing by United States Marines on protesters further escalates diplomatic friction between United States and Pakistan.

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Event Summary

Following the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in a joint United States-Israel military operation, Pakistan erupted in widespread and deadly protests. Demonstrators, primarily Shiite youth, targeted United States diplomatic missions in Pakistan — Karachi, Pakistan — Lahore, Pakistan — Islamabad, and Pakistan — Peshawar, leading to violent clashes with security forces. In Pakistan — Karachi, at least 10 people died, and United States Marines reportedly fired on protesters attempting to storm the United States Consulate. The Pakistan — Gilgit-Baltistan region also saw significant violence, with at least 13 deaths and the offices of the UN mediation of the Kashmir dispute and the United Nations Development Programme being attacked and set on fire. In response, Pakistan deployed its military, imposed three-day curfews in affected areas, and heightened security around diplomatic facilities. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned the killing of Ali Khamenei as a violation of international law, while Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi appealed for calm amidst the national mourning.

Entities Involved
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FTSE 100 Index
The FTSE 100 Index, Pakistan's benchmark stock index, experienced its highest ever one-day fall, declining by 9.6 percent, directly reflecting the market's negative reaction to the event.
Importance 80.0 Sentiment -90.0
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Pakistan — Gilgit-Baltistan
Pakistan — Gilgit-Baltistan experienced deadly clashes between protesters and security forces, leading to the imposition of a three-day curfew and the deployment of the Pakistan Army.
Importance 70.0 Sentiment -65.0
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Pakistan — Sindh
The Pakistan — Sindh government expressed grief over the casualties, formed a Joint Investigation Team, and imposed Section 144 to control the protests in Pakistan — Karachi.
Importance 70.0 Sentiment -30.0
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Pakistan Stock Exchange
The Pakistan Stock Exchange's benchmark KSE-100 Index plunged nearly 10% due to rising geopolitical tensions.
Importance 70.0 Sentiment -90.0
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Pakistan — Islamabad
Pakistan — Islamabad saw protests where police used tear gas and batons against demonstrators attempting to march toward the United States Embassy, leading to road closures and heightened security.
Importance 60.0 Sentiment -40.0
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Pakistan — Peshawar
Pakistan — Peshawar saw thousands of demonstrators attempting to approach the United States Consulate, dispersed by tear gas and batons, in protest of Ali Khamenei's killing.
Importance 45.0 Sentiment -25.0
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Mohsin Naqvi
Mohsin Naqvi, Pakistan's Interior Minister, appealed for calm amidst the violent protests, acknowledging the shared grief with Iran but urging peaceful demonstrations.
Importance 40.0 Sentiment -20.0
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Murad Ali Shah
Murad Ali Shah, Pakistan — Sindh Chief Minister, termed the incident tragic and ordered an impartial investigation into the US Consulate incident, urging religious leaders to help control public sentiments.
Importance 40.0 Sentiment -20.0
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UN mediation of the Kashmir dispute
The UN mediation of the Kashmir dispute offices in Gilgit and Skardu were attacked and set on fire by protesters.
Importance 30.0 Sentiment -30.0
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United Nations Development Programme
The United Nations Development Programme office in Skardu city was attacked by protesters.
Importance 30.0 Sentiment -30.0
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Afghanistan
Ongoing cross-border fighting between Pakistan and Afghanistan added to the regional instability during the protests.
Importance 20.0 Sentiment -30.0
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Sukhdev Assardas Hemnani
Sukhdev Assardas Hemnani, a provincial government spokesman, confirmed that 'security' personnel had opened fire but did not specify their affiliation.
Importance 10.0 Sentiment 0.0
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United States — United States Marine Corps
Importance 0.0 Sentiment 0.0
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Pakistan — Karachi
Importance 0.0 Sentiment 0.0
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Pakistan — Lahore
Importance 0.0 Sentiment 0.0
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