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From: Wally Doerge <76702.1202@compuserve.com>
Subject: NEW TRAVEL INFO -- Pakistan
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STATE DEPARTMENT TRAVEL INFORMATION - Pakistan
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Pakistan - Public Announcement
 November 14, 1994

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE
Office of the Spokesman

 For Immediate Release

The U.S. Consulate in Karachi, Pakistan released the following 
announcement on November 14:

In the wake of the November 10 assassination of the MQM (HAQIQI) 
deputy leader, there has been violence in many parts of the city, 
particularly in Jacob Lines, Landhi, Shah Faisal Colony, Korangi, 
Orangi, Malir, Liaquatabad, Nazimabad, and Gulshan-Iqbal.  In 
addition, some businesses remain closed and a general transportation 
strike has been called.  Various murders have been reported 
throughout Karachi, and it is not clear if the motives are political 
or criminal.  MQM (HAQIQI) has called for a 'day of protest' (or 
"Black Day") on Tuesday, November 15, to mourn the death of their 
deputy leader and to protest alleged "American/Indian designs in the 
region."

 The American Consulate urges all American citizens to exercise 
greater than usual caution, avoid unnecessary travel and stay away 
>from affected parts of the city.  Large crowds or gatherings should 
also be avoided, as violence can be quickly sparked.  The U.S. 
Consulate General will be open for business on Tuesday, November 15.


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