The US Department of State has issued a travel advisory urging American citizens to reconsider visiting Pakistan due to concerns over terrorism and the potential for armed conflict.
The advisory, updated on March 7 by the Bureau of Consular Affairs, highlights increased risks in certain areas and restricts movement for US government personnel.
According to the advisory, citizens are advised against traveling to Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), including the former Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), due to frequent terrorist activities.
Additionally, travel near the India-Pakistan border and the Line of Control (LoC) is discouraged due to ongoing security threats.
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The State Department noted that extremist groups in these regions continue to plot attacks, often targeting civilians, security forces, and public spaces such as markets, malls, and government facilities.
US diplomatic missions in Pakistan have previously been attacked, further reinforcing security concerns.
The advisory also revealed that the US government has limited capacity to assist its citizens in many areas outside of Islamabad, Lahore, and Karachi.
Due to security risks, US personnel must obtain special authorization to travel beyond these cities, use armed escorts, and avoid large gatherings.
These restrictions indicate a heightened threat perception in the country.
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The warning coincides with reports that the US administration may reintroduce travel restrictions for multiple countries, including Pakistan and Afghanistan, as part of broader security measures.
A Reuters report suggests these restrictions could take effect as early as next week, potentially barring travelers from the affected nations.
Despite these developments, Pakistan’s Foreign Office has yet to officially comment on the advisory.
During a recent press briefing, spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan avoided direct responses to queries regarding the potential travel bans, stating he had not reviewed the report in question.
