Event Brief
US to close Peshawar consulate, shift to Islamabad
Filed: May 06, 2026 at 9:03 AM ET
Summary: The US State Department announced a phased closure of its Peshawar consulate and a shift to Islamabad.
WHO: US State Department
WHAT: Phased closure of the US consulate in Peshawar and transfer of operations to the embassy in Islamabad
WHEN: May 06, 2026 at 2:23 AM ET
WHERE: Pakistan
WHY: The decision reflects commitment to the safety of diplomatic personnel and efficient resource management.
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