In its security message, the US Embassy Islamabad reminded Americans citizens of the need for caution and awareness of personal security. Security Message for U.S. Citizens: #USEmbISB reminds U.S. citizens of the need for caution and awareness of personal security. https://t.co/ausw6RYSIG — US Embassy Islamabad (@usembislamabad) December 7, 2017“Avoid areas of demonstrations, and exercise caution if in the vicinity of any large gatherings, protests, or demonstrations. Even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and escalate into violence,” the security message stated. The embassy informed citizens of its 24-hour hotlines set up in Islamabad, Peshawar, Lahore and Karachi.

Source: The Express Tribune December 07, 2017 15:00 UTC