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Peshawar school collapse kills 34, including 33 students

Peshawar school roof collapse kills 35, including 34 students, after part of a private school building in Dir Colony gave way. A teacher also died, while several students were injured. Police have arrested the school owner as investigators examine structural weakness, building inspections and possible negligence. Dilapidated school building At least 35 people, including 34 students and a teacher, have died after portions of a private sch

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15 Oct 2026 22:29 PM

Peshawar school collapse kills 34, including 33 students

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US Closes Consulate in Peshawar, Prioritizes Diplomatic Safety in Pakistan

The United States announced on May 6 that it will close its consulate in Peshawar, Pakistan, citing safety concerns for its diplomats. The U.S. State Department released a notice explaining that the decision was made in response to the region's security conditions. The embassy in Islamabad will now handle all diplomatic engagements with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, where Peshawar is the capital. This shift reflects the United States' commitment to the safety of its diplomatic personnel while optimizing resources. The State Department clarified that the closure is only related to the physical presence in Peshawar. U.S. policy priorities in Pakistan, however, remain unchanged. The U.S. will continue to engage with the people and officials of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to enhance economic ties, promote regional security, and advance American interests in the region. Despite the consulate closure, the U.S. Mission to Pakistan will maintain a strong presence and continue to foster relations through its remaining diplomatic posts in Islamabad, Karachi, and Lahore. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, which borders Afghanistan, has seen numerous security incidents due to ongoing conflicts between Pakistan's military forces and Afghan-backed militants. These tensions have heightened security concerns in the area. Additionally, protests occurred outside the U.S. consulate in Karachi following the death of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in U.S.-Israeli airstrikes. The incident led to the deaths of at least ten people in Pakistan, prompting President Asif Ali Zardari to express Pakistan's solidarity with Iran in this time of grief. Despite this, Pakistan has taken on the role of mediator in the ongoing conflict between Iran and the United States. The shift in U.S. diplomatic presence in Pakistan is part of a broader strategy to ensure safety while continuing to support strategic relationships in the region.

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07 May 2026 06:37 AM

US Closes Consulate in Peshawar, Prioritizes Diplomatic Safety in Pakistan

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Peshawar school collapse kills 34, including 33 students

Peshawar school collapse kills 34, including 33 students

US Closes Consulate in Peshawar, Prioritizes Diplomatic Safety in Pakistan

US Closes Consulate in Peshawar, Prioritizes Diplomatic Safety in Pakistan

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