Pakistan: Protests likely at Embassy of Kyrgyzstan in Islamabad through at least May 20

Protests are likely outside of the Embassy of Kyrgyzstan in Islamabad in the coming days following reports of attacks on Pakistani students in Kyrgyzstan overnight May 17-18. Individuals on social media are calling for gatherings at the embassy to protest perceived Kyrgyz government inaction during violence targeting foreign students in Bishkek; reports indicate that at least five Pakistani students were injured.

Authorities will likely deploy additional security in the vicinity of the embassy as a precautionary measure. Transport disruptions are likely. Clashes between protesters and security forces cannot be ruled out.