Pakistan: Authorities responding to clashes amid mayoral election at the Art Council in Karachi the afternoon of June 15

Event

Authorities are responding to clashes at the Art Council in Karachi, the afternoon of June 15. Supporters of the Pakistan People's Party (PPP) and Jamaat-e-Islami clashed with each other following a PPP candidate's victory in the mayoral election. There are no immediate reports of casualties.

Authorities will likely maintain a heightened security posture in the area. Increased security measures will likely lead to localized transport disruptions. Police may attempt to disperse especially disruptive gatherings, possibly leading to additional clashes.

Advice

Avoid the area until the authorities give the all-clear.-Plan routes circumventing the Art Council and allow additional time for travel. Heed all official traffic and security advisories. If violence occurs nearby, immediately depart the area.