The US has issued a travel advisory for American citizens visiting Pakistan and asked them to exercise caution ahead of the general elections scheduled for February 8, and also warned of potential poll-related violence. The US Embassy in Pakistan on Friday issued an advisory and asked its citizens to remain vigilant and aware of the locations of political rallies occurring in areas they intend to visit. ADVERTISEMENTThe advisory said on February 8, election day, areas around polling stations may be crowded and US citizens not eligible to participate in Pakistan’s elections should avoid them. The advisory also cautioned that in some instances, political activities in Pakistan have been targeted for violence. The US mission advised American citizens not eligible to participate in Pakistan’s elections to avoid visiting areas around polling stations on February 8 as they may be crowded.

Source: The Telegraph February 04, 2024 05:18 UTC