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The United States has reissued a travel advisory for Pakistan, urging citizens to “reconsider travel” to the country due to the persistent threats of terrorism and the potential for armed conflict. The advisory, issued after a periodic review of security conditions in Pakistan, highlights the fluid security situation, which can change with little or no notice. While major cities like Islamabad, Lahore, and Karachi have better security infrastructure and resources, the situation is more volatile in other regions of the country.
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The U.S. Government has imposed travel restrictions on its personnel in Pakistan, particularly in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) province, Balochistan province, Pakistan Administered Azad Kashmir, and most areas outside the capital cities of Islamabad, Lahore, and Karachi. U.S. diplomats and staff working in Pakistan must obtain special authorization to travel to most regions outside these cities due to security concerns.
The advisory specifically warns against traveling to Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provinces, as these areas are plagued by terrorism, particularly in the former Federally Administered Tribal Areas. The vicinity of the India-Pakistan border and the Line of Control (LoC) is also deemed a high-risk area due to the ongoing threats of terrorism and the potential for armed conflict between the two nations.
The U.S. Department of State’s travel advisory emphasizes the need for caution, advising travelers to stay informed and take necessary precautions when considering trips to Pakistan, particularly to regions outside of well-secured urban centers.
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