Pakistan Urges Its Citizens Studying in Kyrgyzstan to Stay Indoors Following Violent Attacks on Foreigners
- Mobs attacked foreigners in the capital Bishkek of Kyrgyzstan, sparking concern for the safety of Pakistani nationals studying there.
- In response, Pakistan has issued a directive for its citizens to remain indoors to avoid any potential harm.
- The situation remains tense as authorities work to ensure the safety of all individuals involved.
Pakistan told its citizens in Kyrgyzstan to stay inside after a group attacked foreigners in the capital city. The reason for the attack is not clear. The Foreign Ministry of Pakistan shared this information on Saturday. They brought back 140 Pakistani students from Bishkek after the violence. A special flight landed in Lahore, Pakistan, bringing these students home from Kyrgyzstan. The Interior Ministry confirmed this. Pakistan is planning more flights to bring back anyone who wants to leave Bishkek due to the violence. The violence started last week when Kyrgyz people clashed with foreigners in the city. Pakistan's embassy in Bishkek is working with the Kyrgyz government to keep its citizens safe. Some Pakistani students who were hurt in the violence received treatment at a local hospital in Bishkek. Pakistan also protested the attacks on its citizens by summoning a Kyrgyz diplomat. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is worried about the violence. He is sending a senior Cabinet minister to Bishkek to make sure Pakistani students are safe. Pakistani officials are not sure if any of their citizens died in the attacks. Many Pakistanis are living or studying in Kyrgyzstan.